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Distance from Manhattan to Seoul

Straight line

11,071 km
6,879 mi · 5,978 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 14 h 20 min

Direction

NNW 343°
initial bearing

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How far is Manhattan from Seoul?

Manhattan (United States) and Seoul (South Korea) are very far apart: 11,071 km in a straight line, that is 6,879 miles or 5,978 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Manhattan, Seoul lies to the north (initial bearing 343°). The route crosses from United States into South Korea. The halfway point is at 77.3325°, -160.5517°.

A direct flight would take about 14 h 20 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 Manhattan from Seoul?

The straight-line distance between Manhattan and Seoul is 11,071 km (6,879 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Seoul from Manhattan?

Seoul is to the north of Manhattan, at an initial bearing of 343°.

How long is the flight from Manhattan to Seoul?

A direct flight would take about 14 h 20 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.