The flight distance from Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea to Lalibella Airport (LLI) in Lalibela, Ethiopia is 8,981 kilometers (5,580 miles / 4,849 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:58 in Seoul, it's 17:58 in Lalibela. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,483 feet between the two airports. Lalibella Airport sits higher than Incheon International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Lalibela (LLI) to Seoul (ICN) follows a heading of 53° (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 Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Lalibella Airport (LLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.