Travelling from Seoul to Dubai: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Seoul to Dubai. Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's main airports.
Arrive in Dubai at Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
Around 10 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Seoul to Dubai flight.
Dubai is five hours behind Seoul and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
With 17 weekly flights between the two airports, Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Seoul to Dubai with Korean Air at 12:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from ICN to DXB is with Emirates at 23:55.
To ensure you make it on your Seoul to Dubai flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Dubai
Lock in cheap Seoul to Dubai flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from Seoul to Dubai. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Find an affordable Seoul to Dubai flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can catch a direct flight from Seoul to Dubai jetting off from Incheon International Airport (ICN). Start your journey at ICN and touch down at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Emirates is a well-known airline that offers direct Seoul to Dubai plane tickets from ICN.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Seoul to Dubai flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Incheon International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
ICN is about 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a handy hotel near Incheon International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Seoul to Dubai, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
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)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Seoul to Dubai flight, browse these options when leaving from Gimpo International Airport:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
GMP is about 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to Dubai:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Seoul to Dubai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Dubai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and find adventure across Dubai and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead of your Seoul to Dubai flight.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Seoul to Dubai has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 45 minutes by car. Central Dubai is approximately 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near DWC. Kick back after your Seoul to Dubai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive or Golden Key Car Hire and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride three weeks before your arrival at DWC can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Dubai
April is the quietest month for flights from Seoul to Dubai, while January is the most popular. Work out the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Seoul to Dubai tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Seoul to Dubai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
More about Dubai
Start your Dubai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Dubai, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are a couple of major attractions to add to your Dubai to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Desert safari tourism.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've seen Dubai, now it's time to explore other parts of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to check off its popular sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.