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Distance from Seoul to Manhattan

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

NNE 16°
initial bearing

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How far is Seoul from Manhattan?

Seoul (South Korea) and Manhattan (United States) 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 Seoul, Manhattan lies to the north (initial bearing 16°). The route crosses from South Korea into United States. 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 Seoul from Manhattan?

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

In which direction is Manhattan from Seoul?

Manhattan is to the north of Seoul, at an initial bearing of 16°.

How long is the flight from Seoul to Manhattan?

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.