GMP
Seoul
South Korea
10,051 km
6,246 miles
PHX
Phoenix
United States
Distance
10,051 km
6,246 mi / 5,427 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Asia/Seoul
Heading
46°
northeast

Airport Comparison

GMP PHX
Airport Name Gimpo International Airport Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
IATA Code GMP PHX
ICAO Code RKSS KPHX
City Seoul Phoenix
Country South Korea United States
Timezone Asia/Seoul America/Phoenix
Elevation 58 ft 1,135 ft
Coordinates 37.560000, 126.790000 33.430000, -112.010000

Seoul (GMP) to Phoenix (PHX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) in Seoul, South Korea to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States is 10,051 kilometers (6,246 miles / 5,427 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting South Korea with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:46 in Seoul, it's 11:46 in Phoenix. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,077 feet between the two airports. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport sits higher than Gimpo International Airport.

The return flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Seoul (GMP) follows a heading of 317° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Gimpo International Airport (GMP) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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