Travelling from Dubai to Seoul: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Dubai. Explore your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when organising your flight from Dubai to Seoul.
Touch down in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
The average duration of a direct Dubai to Seoul flight is 8 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is five hours ahead of Dubai.
The most popular route for flights from Dubai to Seoul is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). You can select from 17 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from DXB to ICN is the 03:30 Emirates option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 22:55 with Korean Air.
To ensure you make your Dubai to Seoul flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling over a peak time like January? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Seoul
To score cheap Dubai to Seoul flights, reserve your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on plane tickets from Dubai to Seoul. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're after a direct flight from Dubai to Seoul, you can leave from Dubai Airport (DXB). Get from DXB to Incheon International Airport (ICN) without any stops.
Look out for promotions with Emirates. This airline offers direct Dubai to Seoul plane tickets from DXB.
We make it simple to find a Dubai to Seoul flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Haneda Airport (HND)
DXB is about 10 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dubai to Seoul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Dubai Airport:
Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can reach DWC from central Dubai in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Dubai to Seoul? Unwind in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your break officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 56.64%.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
From Incheon International Airport (ICN), central Seoul is approximately 48 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Seoul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Make your way off your flight from Dubai to Seoul and then keep a lookout for any airport signs directing you to the centre.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Dubai to Seoul, kick back at a hotel close to GMP. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from GMP one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dubai to Seoul. July is the busiest month to travel to Seoul. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Dubai to Seoul tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Dubai to Seoul in January when temperatures average between -12ºC and 4ºC.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Seoul, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are essential stops on your Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of South Korea you should also see. About 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Busan will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Incheon is another essential stop in South Korea and is around 56 kilometres west of Seoul. No trip is complete without visiting Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.