ASM
Asmara
Eritrea
8,768 km
5,448 miles
ICN
Seoul
South Korea
Distance
8,768 km
5,448 mi / 4,735 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Africa/Asmara
Heading
54°
northeast

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Airport Comparison

ASM ICN
Airport Name Asmara International Airport Incheon International Airport
IATA Code ASM ICN
ICAO Code HHAS RKSI
City Asmara Seoul
Country Eritrea South Korea
Timezone Africa/Asmara Asia/Seoul
Elevation 7,661 ft 23 ft
Coordinates 15.290000, 38.910000 37.470000, 126.450000

Asmara (ASM) to Seoul (ICN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Asmara International Airport (ASM) in Asmara, Eritrea to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 8,768 kilometers (5,448 miles / 4,735 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Eritrea 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 12:37 in Asmara, it's 18:37 in Seoul. With a 6-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 7,638 feet between the two airports. Incheon International Airport sits lower than Asmara International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Asmara (ASM) follows a heading of 281° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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