Distance from Seoul to Major Cities?
About Seoul: Location & Geography
Seoul
South Korea · Asia
Soul of AsiaHan River CapitalSpecial City
Population 10,349,312
Coordinates 37.5660°N,
126.9784°E
Timezone Asia/Seoul
UTC+9
UTC+9
Elevation 38 m (125 ft)
Country South Korea
Continent Asia
Main Airports ICN · GMP
Distance from Seoul to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from Seoul →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 8,857 km | 5,503 mi | NW | |
 Paris | 8,966 km | 5,571 mi | NW | |
 Dubai | 6,787 km | 4,217 mi | W | |
 Shanghai | 868 km | 539 mi | SW | |
 Tokyo | 1,153 km | 716 mi | E | |
 New York City | 11,052 km | 6,867 mi | N | |
| Regional Cities | ||||
| Beijing | 953 km | 592 mi | W | |
| Shenzhen | 2,077 km | 1,291 mi | SW | |
| Guangzhou | 2,073 km | 1,288 mi | SW | |
 Ho Chi Minh City | 3,601 km | 2,238 mi | SW | |
| Chengdu | 2,237 km | 1,390 mi | W | |
 Lahore | 4,803 km | 2,984 mi | W | |
Closest Cities Near Seoul by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 50 km
| Incheon | 27 km | SW |
| Goyang-si | 16 km | NW |
| Seongnam-si | 20 km | SE |
| Bucheon-si | 19 km | SW |
| Suwon | 31 km | S |
Within 100 km
| Cheonan | 86 km | S |
 Kaesŏng | 58 km | NW |
| Pyeongtaek | 64 km | S |
| Icheon-si | 52 km | SE |
| Chuncheon | 75 km | NE |
Within 250 km
| Pyongyang | 195 km | NW |
| Daejeon | 140 km | S |
| Cheongju-si | 113 km | SE |
| Daegu | 237 km | SE |
| Sejong | 112 km | S |
| Jeonju | 195 km | S |
| Chungju | 107 km | SE |
| Sariwŏn-si | 150 km | NW |
| Namp’o | 189 km | NW |
| Haeju | 123 km | NW |
Within 30 miles
| Incheon | 17 mi | SW |
| Goyang-si | 10 mi | NW |
| Seongnam-si | 12 mi | SE |
| Bucheon-si | 12 mi | SW |
| Suwon | 19 mi | S |
Within 60 miles
| Cheonan | 53 mi | S |
| Kaesŏng | 36 mi | NW |
| Pyeongtaek | 40 mi | S |
| Icheon-si | 32 mi | SE |
| Chuncheon | 46 mi | NE |
Within 150 miles
| Pyongyang | 121 mi | NW |
| Daejeon | 87 mi | S |
| Cheongju-si | 70 mi | SE |
| Daegu | 147 mi | SE |
| Sejong | 69 mi | S |
| Jeonju | 121 mi | S |
| Chungju | 66 mi | SE |
| Sariwŏn-si | 93 mi | NW |
| Namp’o | 118 mi | NW |
| Haeju | 76 mi | NW |
Average Flight Times from Seoul
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~10h 50min | 8,857 km | NW |
| Paris | ~10h 58min | 8,966 km | NW |
| Dubai | ~8h 32min | 6,787 km | W |
| Shanghai | ~1h 58min | 868 km | SW |
| Tokyo | ~2h 17min | 1,153 km | E |
| New York City | ~13h 17min | 11,052 km | N |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
Seoul Location & Key Facts
Seoul is the capital and largest city of South Korea and the core of one of the world's biggest metropolitan regions. Situated along the Han River in the northwest of the country, it is the political, cultural, financial, and technological heart of South Korea. The city is globally associated with electronics, K-pop, design, higher education, and a highly connected urban infrastructure.
- ✓Center of South Korea's political system, with the Blue House district, national ministries, and key institutions concentrated in the capital
- ✓A major global technology and manufacturing command center tied to leading Korean conglomerates and advanced industries
- ✓Known worldwide through Korean popular culture, including music, television, fashion, food, and digital media
- ✓Its metro and commuter rail systems support one of the most intensely connected urban regions on Earth
- ✓Historic palaces, mountain ridgelines, and the Han River coexist with dense business districts and high-rise residential neighborhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Seoul from the North Pole?
Seoul is approximately 5,830 km (3,623 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places Seoul at 52.4° from the polar region.
How far is Seoul from the South Pole?
The distance from Seoul to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 14,185 km (8,814 miles).
How far is Seoul from the equator?
Seoul lies at 37.5660° north latitude, approximately 4,182 km (2,599 miles) from the equator.
How far is Seoul from Rome?
The great-circle distance from Seoul to Rome, Italy is approximately 8,966 km (5,571 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from Seoul to Beijing?
The estimated flight time from Seoul to Beijing is approximately 2h 4min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of Seoul?
There are 116 cities within 200 km of Seoul in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including Pyongyang, Incheon, Daejeon.