GRJ
George
South Africa
13,345 km
8,292 miles
ICN
Seoul
South Korea
Distance
13,345 km
8,292 mi / 7,206 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
63°
east northeast

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GRJ ICN
Airport Name George Airport Incheon International Airport
IATA Code GRJ ICN
ICAO Code FAGG RKSI
City George Seoul
Country South Africa South Korea
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Seoul
Elevation 648 ft 23 ft
Coordinates -34.010000, 22.380000 37.470000, 126.450000

George (GRJ) to Seoul (ICN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Airport (GRJ) in George, South Africa to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 13,345 kilometers (8,292 miles / 7,206 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 Africa with South Korea. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:45 in George, it's 03:45 in Seoul. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to George (GRJ) follows a heading of 248° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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