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Distance from Bangkok to Seoul

3,722 km (2,313 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

3,722 km

Kilometers

2,313 miles

Miles

~4h 53m

Est. Flight

2h

Time Difference

Bangkok

Thailand
Area: 1,569 km²
Population: 10.54M
Timezone: UTC+7
Elevation: 2m

Seoul

South Korea
Area: 605 km²
Population: 9.77M
Timezone: UTC+9
Elevation: 38m

The distance between Bangkok and Seoul is roughly equivalent to 9 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Bangkok is known for Grand Palace and Wat Arun, while Seoul is famous for Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gangnam district.

In terms of city area, Bangkok is 2.6x larger than Seoul. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Bangkok from Seoul?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Bangkok to Seoul is 3,722 km (2,313 miles).

How long is the flight from Bangkok to Seoul?

A direct flight would take approximately 4h 53m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Bangkok bigger than Seoul?

Bangkok is larger at 1,569 km², compared to 605 km².

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