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Distance from Dortmund to Seoul

Straight line

8,523 km
5,296 mi · 4,602 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 9 min

Direction

NE 45°
initial bearing

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How far is Dortmund from Seoul?

Dortmund (Germany) and Seoul (South Korea) are very far apart: 8,523 km in a straight line, that is 5,296 miles or 4,602 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Dortmund, Seoul lies to the north-east (initial bearing 45°). The route crosses from Germany into South Korea. The halfway point is at 62.4074°, 78.8887°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 9 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Dortmund from Seoul?

The straight-line distance between Dortmund and Seoul is 8,523 km (5,296 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Seoul from Dortmund?

Seoul is to the north-east of Dortmund, at an initial bearing of 45°.

How long is the flight from Dortmund to Seoul?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 9 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.