The flight distance from Grootfontein Airport (GFY) in Grootfontein, Namibia to Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea is 12,905 kilometers (8,019 miles / 6,968 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 Namibia 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 04:46 in Grootfontein, it's 11:46 in Seoul. With a 7-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 4,613 feet between the two airports. Incheon International Airport sits lower than Grootfontein Airport.

The return flight from Seoul (ICN) to Grootfontein (GFY) follows a heading of 265° (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 Grootfontein Airport (GFY) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.