Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 30 minutes.
Seoul's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Seoul five hours ahead of Dubai.
You can choose from 16 weekly Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport flights. The 03:30 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight you can take. Korean Air operates the latest service of the day at 22:55.
To ensure you catch your DXB to ICN flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Getting to Seoul (and then discovering more of South Korea!) is a snap with Emirates. This popular airline has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for DXB to ICN flights is Emirates.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DXB and ICN:
Guangzhou Airport
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Beijing Capital Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport flight is R 4,792. A return plane ticket right now is R 8,748. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from DXB to ICN by booking at least three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Dubai Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to DXB:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Consider booking a hotel near ICN if you have a late Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Seoul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you want to go to Seoul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DXB to ICN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience major highlights starting with INSPIRE Arena, Wangsan Beach and Seokmodo Natural Forest.