Airport Comparison
| KAG | MSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gangneung Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport |
| IATA Code | KAG | MSP |
| ICAO Code | RKNN | KMSP |
| City | N/A | Minneapolis |
| Country | South Korea | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Seoul | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 35 ft | 842 ft |
| Coordinates | 37.750000, 128.940000 | 44.880000, -93.220000 |
Gangneung Airport (KAG) to Minneapolis (MSP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gangneung Airport (KAG) in Gangneung Airport, South Korea to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States is 9,901 kilometers (6,152 miles / 5,346 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
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 20:54 in Gangneung Airport, it's 05:54 in Minneapolis. 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.
The return flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Gangneung Airport (KAG) 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 Gangneung Airport (KAG) and Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.