ESL
Elista
Russia
6,558 km
4,075 miles
ICN
Seoul
South Korea
Distance
6,558 km
4,075 mi / 3,541 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Europe/Moscow
Heading
67°
east northeast

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ESL ICN
Airport Name Elista Airport Incheon International Airport
IATA Code ESL ICN
ICAO Code URWI RKSI
City Elista Seoul
Country Russia South Korea
Timezone Europe/Moscow Asia/Seoul
Elevation 501 ft 23 ft
Coordinates 46.370000, 44.330000 37.470000, 126.450000

Elista (ESL) to Seoul (ICN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Elista Airport (ESL) in Elista, Russia to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 6,558 kilometers (4,075 miles / 3,541 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 Russia with South Korea. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:21 in Elista, it's 12:21 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.

The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Elista (ESL) follows a heading of 307° (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 Elista Airport (ESL) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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