The flight distance from Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea to Malta Airport (MLK) in Malta, United States is 9,064 kilometers (5,632 miles / 4,894 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:07 in Seoul, it's 17:07 in Malta. With a 16-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 2,231 feet between the two airports. Malta Airport sits higher than Incheon International Airport.

The return flight from Malta (MLK) to Seoul (ICN) follows a heading of 319° (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 Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Malta Airport (MLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.