Travelling from Seoul to Dubai Airport (DXB): What you need to know
Seoul has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Seoul to Dubai Airport (DXB) taking off from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
The average time for a direct Seoul to Dubai Airport flight is 10 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is five hours behind Seoul. Dubai Airport is located in Dubai.
With 17 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route. Korean Air operates the earliest flight at 12:45pm. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from ICN to DXB is with Emirates at 11:55pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Seoul to DXB.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Get there in one go from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Direct flights from Seoul to Dubai Airport (DXB) can be booked from here.
Book your direct flight from Seoul to Dubai Airport with Emirates. This well-known airline operates services from ICN.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Emirates from ICN to DXB.
With a dependable 85.83% of services landing on schedule, Korean Air is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Seoul to DXB with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between ICN and DXB include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
ICN is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential travel app will show you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seoul to Dubai Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Incheon International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 54.5% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Seoul to Dubai Airport, browse these options when taking off from Gimpo International Airport:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
The distance from Seoul's city centre to GMP is about 16 kilometres. Take into account the available transport options and possible delays when working out the fastest route to the airport.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to DXB flight:
Gimpo International Airport has an on-time performance of 75.94%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seoul to Dubai Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near DXB:
Follow your own route with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and venture far and wide through Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Seoul to Dubai Airport flight.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Central Dubai is around 10 kilometres from Dubai Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Dubai Airport is R 2,180. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,145. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seoul to DXB. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Seoul to Dubai Airport ticket.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal is available on plane tickets from Seoul to DXB.
Find the best deal on a flight from Seoul to Dubai Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Seoul to Dubai Airport (DXB)
April is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Dubai Airport (DXB), while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Dubai based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Seoul to DXB plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Dubai to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seoul to Dubai Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Dubai Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa, Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa are leading attractions which should be on any good Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've seen Dubai. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Emirates Palace, Dubai.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United Arab Emirates, head for Khawr Fakkān, about 105 kilometres east of Dubai. Hisn Khorfakkan, Khorfakkan Public Beach and Khor Fakkan Beach are among its highlights.
