Distance from Seoul to Johannesburg
The straight-line distance from Seoul, South Korea to Johannesburg, South Africa is 12,488 km (7,760 miles).Johannesburg is WSW of Seoul.
Distance (km)
12,488
straight line
Distance (miles)
7,760
straight line
Flight Time
16 hr 6 min
estimated direct
Direction
WSW
253° bearing
Transport Comparison: Seoul to Johannesburg
| Mode | Estimated Time | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | 16 hr 6 min | 12,488 km | Direct flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed |
All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.
Seoul to Johannesburg: Key Details
| From | Seoul, South Korea |
| To | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Straight-line Distance | 12,488 km (7,760 miles) |
| Bearing | 253° (WSW) |
| Coordinates (Seoul) | 37.5665°, 126.9780° |
| Coordinates (Johannesburg) | -26.2041°, 28.0473° |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Seoul from Johannesburg?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Seoul to Johannesburg is 12,488 km (7,760 miles). Johannesburg is WSW of Seoul.
How long is the flight from Seoul to Johannesburg?
A direct flight from Seoul to Johannesburg takes approximately 16 hr 6 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.
What direction is Johannesburg from Seoul?
Johannesburg is WSW (253 degrees) from Seoul.
What is the distance from Johannesburg to Seoul?
The distance from Johannesburg to Seoul is the same: 12,488 km (7,760 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.
Other Distance Calculations
Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.
Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.