Distance from Los Angeles to Seoul
9,586 km (5,956 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
9,586 km
Kilometers
5,956 miles
Miles
~11h 47m
Est. Flight
17h
Time Difference
Los Angeles
USASeoul
South KoreaLos Angeles and Seoul sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 11h 47m by commercial jet.
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood and Venice Beach, while Seoul is famous for Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gangnam district.
In terms of city area, Los Angeles is 2.2x larger than Seoul. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
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Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Los Angeles from Seoul?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Los Angeles to Seoul is 9,586 km (5,956 miles).
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Seoul?
A direct flight would take approximately 11h 47m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Los Angeles bigger than Seoul?
Los Angeles is larger at 1,302 km², compared to 605 km².