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Distance from Guangzhou to Seoul

2,071 km (1,287 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

2,071 km

Kilometers

1,287 miles

Miles

~2h 56m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Guangzhou

China
Area: 7,434 km²
Population: 18.68M
Timezone: UTC+8
Elevation: 21m

Seoul

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

The distance between Guangzhou and Seoul is roughly equivalent to 5 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Guangzhou is known for Canton Tower and Cantonese cuisine (dim sum), while Seoul is famous for Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gangnam district.

In terms of city area, Guangzhou is 12.3x 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 Guangzhou from Seoul?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Guangzhou to Seoul is 2,071 km (1,287 miles).

How long is the flight from Guangzhou to Seoul?

A direct flight would take approximately 2h 56m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Guangzhou bigger than Seoul?

Guangzhou is larger at 7,434 km², compared to 605 km².

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