ICN
Seoul
South Korea
3,714 km
2,308 miles
KCA
Kuqa
China
Distance
3,714 km
2,308 mi / 2,005 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Seoul
Heading
291°
west northwest

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ICN KCA
Airport Name Incheon International Airport Kuqa Airport
IATA Code ICN KCA
ICAO Code RKSI ZWKC
City Seoul Kuqa
Country South Korea China
Timezone Asia/Seoul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 23 ft 3,524 ft
Coordinates 37.470000, 126.450000 41.720000, 82.990000

Seoul (ICN) to Kuqa (KCA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea to Kuqa Airport (KCA) in Kuqa, China is 3,714 kilometers (2,308 miles / 2,005 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Korea with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:25 in Seoul, it's 01:25 in Kuqa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,501 feet between the two airports. Kuqa Airport sits higher than Incheon International Airport.

The return flight from Kuqa (KCA) to Seoul (ICN) follows a heading of 83° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Kuqa Airport (KCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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