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Distance from Seoul to Durban

Straight line

12,447 km
7,734 mi · 6,721 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 16 h 3 min

Direction

WSW 248°
initial bearing

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How far is Seoul from Durban?

Seoul (South Korea) and Durban (South Africa) are very far apart: 12,447 km in a straight line, that is 7,734 miles or 6,721 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Seoul, Durban lies to the west (initial bearing 248°). The route crosses from South Korea into South Africa. The halfway point is at 5.7392°, 76.1485°.

A direct flight would take about 16 h 3 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 Seoul from Durban?

The straight-line distance between Seoul and Durban is 12,447 km (7,734 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Durban from Seoul?

Durban is to the west of Seoul, at an initial bearing of 248°.

How long is the flight from Seoul to Durban?

A direct flight would take about 16 h 3 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.