The flight distance from Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea to Vallenar Airport (VLR) in Vallenar, Chile is 18,137 kilometers (11,269 miles / 9,793 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, 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 Korea with Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:16 in Seoul, it's 17:16 in Vallenar. With a 13-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 1,702 feet between the two airports. Vallenar Airport sits higher than Incheon International Airport.

The return flight from Vallenar (VLR) to Seoul (ICN) follows a heading of 306° (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 Vallenar Airport (VLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.