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Distance from Seoul to Quito

Straight line

15,119 km
9,394 mi · 8,163 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 19 h 24 min

Direction

NE 38°
initial bearing

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How far is Seoul from Quito?

Seoul (South Korea) and Quito (Ecuador) are very far apart: 15,119 km in a straight line, that is 9,394 miles or 8,163 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Seoul, Quito lies to the north-east (initial bearing 38°). The route crosses from South Korea into Ecuador. The halfway point is at 53.7331°, -128.7025°.

A direct flight would take about 19 h 24 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 Quito?

The straight-line distance between Seoul and Quito is 15,119 km (9,394 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Quito from Seoul?

Quito is to the north-east of Seoul, at an initial bearing of 38°.

How long is the flight from Seoul to Quito?

A direct flight would take about 19 h 24 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.