Airport Comparison
Seoul (ICN) to Olathe (JCI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea to New Century Aircenter Airport (JCI) in Olathe, United States is 10,535 kilometers (6,546 miles / 5,689 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.
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 01:46 in Seoul, it's 10:46 in Olathe. With a 15-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 1,064 feet between the two airports. New Century Aircenter Airport sits higher than Incheon International Airport.
The return flight from Olathe (JCI) to Seoul (ICN) follows a heading of 328° (north 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 Incheon International Airport (ICN) and New Century Aircenter Airport (JCI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.