Seoul to Moriguchi flights
Moriguchi lies 833 km (517 mi) east of Seoul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 49 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Seoul | Moriguchi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | Japan |
| Population | 10.3 million | 143,096 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+9 (Asia/Seoul) | UTC+9 (Asia/Tokyo) |
| Nearest large airport | GMP, 17 km out | ITM, 13 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Moriguchi
Crossing from South Korea into Japan: money changes from the Won to the Yen (JPY); traffic switches to the left; sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +81; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Airports at each end
Leaving Seoul
Seoul is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Incheon International Airport (ICN, 48 km), Wonju Airport / Hoengseong Air Base (K-38/K-46) (WJU, 88 km).
Arriving in Moriguchi
Moriguchi is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,840 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Kobe Airport (UKB, 33 km), Kansai International Airport (KIX, 45 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osaka Itami International Airport | ITM | 13 km (8 mi) | 9,840 ft | 50 ft |
| Kobe Airport | UKB | 33 km (21 mi) | 8,202 ft | 22 ft |
| Kansai International Airport | KIX | 45 km (28 mi) | 13,123 ft | 26 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Moriguchi from Seoul?
833 km (517 mi) in a straight line, east of Seoul.
How long does it take to get from Seoul to Moriguchi by air?
About 1 h 49 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Seoul and Moriguchi?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Seoul to Moriguchi flights?
Typically Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM); Moriguchi also has UKB, KIX.
What currency do I need in Moriguchi?
The Yen (JPY).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.