The flight distance from Denver International Airport (DEN) in Denver, United States to Yangyang International Airport (YNY) in Sokcho / Gangneung, South Korea is 9,789 kilometers (6,083 miles / 5,286 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 14:13 in Denver, it's 06:13 in Sokcho / Gangneung. 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 5,193 feet between the two airports. Yangyang International Airport sits lower than Denver International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sokcho / Gangneung (YNY) to Denver (DEN) follows a heading of 38° (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 Denver International Airport (DEN) and Yangyang International Airport (YNY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.