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Distance from Manila to Seoul

2,621 km (1,629 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

2,621 km

Kilometers

1,629 miles

Miles

~3h 35m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Manila

Philippines
Area: 43 km²
Population: 1.85M
Timezone: UTC+8
Elevation: 5m

Seoul

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

The distance between Manila and Seoul is roughly equivalent to 7 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Manila is known for Intramuros walled city and Rizal Park, while Seoul is famous for Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gangnam district.

In terms of city area, Seoul is 14.1x larger than Manila. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Manila from Seoul?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Manila to Seoul is 2,621 km (1,629 miles).

How long is the flight from Manila to Seoul?

A direct flight would take approximately 3h 35m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Manila bigger than Seoul?

Seoul is larger at 605 km², compared to 43 km².

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