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Distance from Taipei to Seoul

1,485 km (923 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

1,485 km

Kilometers

923 miles

Miles

~2h 15m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Taipei

Taiwan
Area: 272 km²
Population: 2.65M
Timezone: UTC+8
Elevation: 9m

Seoul

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

The distance between Taipei and Seoul is roughly equivalent to 4 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Taipei is known for Taipei 101 and Night markets, while Seoul is famous for Gyeongbokgung Palace and Gangnam district.

In terms of city area, Seoul is 2.2x larger than Taipei. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Taipei from Seoul?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Taipei to Seoul is 1,485 km (923 miles).

How long is the flight from Taipei to Seoul?

A direct flight would take approximately 2h 15m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Taipei bigger than Seoul?

Seoul is larger at 605 km², compared to 272 km².

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