BFK
Aurora
United States
9,970 km
6,195 miles
ICN
Seoul
South Korea
Distance
9,970 km
6,195 mi / 5,383 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+16h
America/Denver
Heading
322°
northwest

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BFK ICN
Airport Name Buckley Space Force Base Airport Incheon International Airport
IATA Code BFK ICN
ICAO Code KBKF RKSI
City Aurora Seoul
Country United States South Korea
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Seoul
Elevation 5,663 ft 23 ft
Coordinates 39.700000, -104.750000 37.470000, 126.450000

Aurora (BFK) to Seoul (ICN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Buckley Space Force Base Airport (BFK) in Aurora, United States to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 9,970 kilometers (6,195 miles / 5,383 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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 12:50 in Aurora, it's 04:50 in Seoul. With a 16-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 5,640 feet between the two airports. Incheon International Airport sits lower than Buckley Space Force Base Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Aurora (BFK) follows a heading of 37° (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 Buckley Space Force Base Airport (BFK) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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