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Distance from Hong Kong to Seoul

2,092 km (1,300 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

2,092 km

Kilometers

1,300 miles

Miles

~2h 58m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Hong Kong

China
Area: 1,114 km²
Population: 7.41M
Timezone: UTC+8
Elevation: 32m

Seoul

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

The distance between Hong Kong 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.

Hong Kong is known for Victoria Harbour skyline and Dim sum cuisine, while Seoul is famous for Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gangnam district.

In terms of city area, Hong Kong is 1.8x 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 Hong Kong from Seoul?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Hong Kong to Seoul is 2,092 km (1,300 miles).

How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Seoul?

A direct flight would take approximately 2h 58m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Hong Kong bigger than Seoul?

Hong Kong is larger at 1,114 km², compared to 605 km².

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