The flight distance from General Rivadeneira Airport (ESM) in Tachina, Ecuador to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 14,969 kilometers (9,301 miles / 8,082 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:02 in Tachina, it's 18:02 in Seoul. With a 14-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 Tachina (ESM) 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 General Rivadeneira Airport (ESM) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.