ANC to ICN Turbulence Forecast
Is the Anchorage to Seoul flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.
Typical turbulence along the route
Historical average pattern for ANC–ICN
About the ANC–ICN route
The Anchorage to Seoul route spans the Pacific Ocean — one of the longest commercial flight paths in the world at 3,788 miles. The Pacific jet stream creates moderate turbulence, typically around 3–7 hours into the flight. The sheer length of the route means passengers experience varying conditions: calm stretches punctuated by bumpy patches.
The route is served by United, American Airlines, Delta on Boeing 757 · Airbus A330 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 37,000 feet over a distance of 3,788 miles (3,292 nautical miles).
💡 Tip: Long flight — turbulence varies throughout. Wing seats significantly reduce motion.
Anchorage to Seoul Flight Time
How long is the flight from ANC to ICN?
The Anchorage (ANC) to Seoul (ICN) flight takes approximately 7h 50m, covering 3,788 miles (3,292 nautical miles) at 37,000 feet. The route is operated by United, American Airlines, Delta. Return flights (ICN to ANC) take a similar time, though westbound transatlantic and transpacific routes are typically 30–60 minutes longer due to headwinds.
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Data Sources
- PIREP — Pilot reports (PIREPs) submitted via FAA/ICAO systems, aggregated over 12+ months of historical data
- SIGMET / AIRMET — Significant Meteorological Information bulletins from NOAA Aviation Weather Center
- EDR data — Eddy Dissipation Rate measurements from commercial aircraft (ADS-B derived turbulence intensity)
- Seasonal patterns — 5-year rolling averages of turbulence frequency and intensity by month for this route
Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data