GOQ
Golmud
China
2,803 km
1,742 miles
ICN
Seoul
South Korea
Distance
2,803 km
1,742 mi / 1,514 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
78°
east northeast

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GOQ ICN
Airport Name Golmud Airport Incheon International Airport
IATA Code GOQ ICN
ICAO Code ZLGM RKSI
City Golmud Seoul
Country China South Korea
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Seoul
Elevation 0 ft 23 ft
Coordinates 36.400000, 94.790000 37.470000, 126.450000

Golmud (GOQ) to Seoul (ICN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Golmud Airport (GOQ) in Golmud, China to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 2,803 kilometers (1,742 miles / 1,514 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 78°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting China with South Korea. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:38 in Golmud, it's 10:38 in Seoul.

The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Golmud (GOQ) follows a heading of 277° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Golmud Airport (GOQ) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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