The flight distance from Hickory Regional Airport (HKY) in Hickory, United States to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 11,384 kilometers (7,073 miles / 6,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:45 in Hickory, it's 16:45 in Seoul. With a 14-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 1,167 feet between the two airports. Incheon International Airport sits lower than Hickory Regional Airport.

The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Hickory (HKY) follows a heading of 23° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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