The flight distance from Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul, South Korea to Shakawe Airport (SWX) in Shakawe, Botswana is 12,504 kilometers (7,769 miles / 6,751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 264°.

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 Botswana. 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 11:48 in Seoul, it's 04:48 in Shakawe. 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 3,356 feet between the two airports. Shakawe Airport sits higher than Incheon International Airport.

The return flight from Shakawe (SWX) to Seoul (ICN) follows a heading of 56° (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 Shakawe Airport (SWX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.