How long is the flight from United Arab Emirates to South Korea?

The average flight time between United Arab Emirates and Seoul (South Korea's capital), is 8 hours and 23 minutes. This has been calculated based on journeys departing from Abu Dhabi.

Which airlines offer direct flights to South Korea?

Korean Air, Emirates, Oman Air, Etihad Airways, Flynas, Asiana Airlines, EgyptAir and EL AL Israel Airlines all fly non-stop to South Korea.

When is the cheapest time to fly to South Korea?

We crunched some numbers and found that the cheapest month to fly to South Korea is currently May.

Can I get a direct flight to South Korea?

Yes – some airlines fly direct to South Korea. You'll most likely fly non-stop to Seoul.

How much are round-trip flights to South Korea?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight to South Korea is AED 1,652. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

What's the cheapest city to fly into in South Korea?

The cheapest city to fly into is Seoul, and the cheapest airport serving this city at the moment is Incheon International Airport.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in South Korea?

The cheapest airport in South Korea is Incheon International Airport – we've found flights from AED 1,652 .

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to South Korea on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to South Korea is Saturday, May 18, 2024 , to Incheon International Airport Airport.

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The things to know before you go.

Cheapest plane ticket found	AED 1,652
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	8 hrs, 24 mins
Possible destinations	15
Most popular airline	Korean Air
Average flights per week	103

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Looking for a cheap flight deal to South Korea? Find last-minute deals and the cheapest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Seoul.AED 1,652 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 18, returning Fri, May 31.Round-trip flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departing from Dubai on Sat, May 18, arriving in Incheon International Airport.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departing from Incheon International Airport on Fri, May 31, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,652, select.

Busan.AED 2,040 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 19, returning Sat, May 25.Round-trip flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departing from Dubai on Sun, May 19, arriving in Gimhae International.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departing from Gimhae International on Sat, May 25, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,040, select.

Jeju.AED 2,611 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 4, returning Sat, May 11.Round-trip flight with China Eastern and Jeju Air.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departing from Dubai on Sat, May 4, arriving in Jeju.Inbound indirect flight with Jeju Air, departing from Jeju on Sat, May 11, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,611, select.

Daegu.AED 5,175 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 6, returning Fri, Sep 20.Round-trip flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departing from Dubai on Fri, Sep 6, arriving in Daegu.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departing from Daegu on Fri, Sep 20, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 5,175, select.

Ulsan.AED 5,197 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 28, returning Sat, Oct 26.Round-trip flight with Korean Air.Outbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departing from Dubai on Sat, Sep 28, arriving in Ulsan.Inbound indirect flight with Korean Air, departing from Ulsan on Sat, Oct 26, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 5,197, select.

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Frequently asked questions

: The average flight time between United Arab Emirates and Seoul (South Korea's capital), is 8 hours and 23 minutes. This has been calculated based on journeys departing from Abu Dhabi.
: Korean Air, Emirates, Oman Air, Etihad Airways, Flynas, Asiana Airlines, EgyptAir and EL AL Israel Airlines all fly non-stop to South Korea.
: We crunched some numbers and found that the cheapest month to fly to South Korea is currently May.
: Yes – some airlines fly direct to South Korea. You'll most likely fly non-stop to Seoul.
: The best price we found for a round-trip flight to South Korea is AED 1,652. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
: The cheapest city to fly into is Seoul, and the cheapest airport serving this city at the moment is Incheon International Airport.
: The cheapest airport in South Korea is Incheon International Airport – we've found flights from AED 1,652.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to South Korea is Saturday, May 18, 2024, to Incheon International Airport Airport.

Discover South Korea

Reasons To Visit South Korea

South Korea is one of the world’s most interesting travel destinations offering a unique blend of history, culture and nature. At the top of your list should be a visit into the capital Seoul, one of the biggest cities in the world offering everything from ancient heritage sites to modern attractions – be sure to check out some of the temples and shrines in the city or revel in its world-class shopping centers and restaurants. Outside of it cities there are many exciting things to do in nature including a visit to Jirisan National Park or traveling out to Jeju Island, so active travelers will find an endless range of places to go.

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Arriving In South Korea

Incheon International Airport is the busiest airport in South Korea located outside of the capital Seoul. If you are looking to travel from the UAE to South Korea, it is possible to fly directly to Seoul from Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Travelers based in Dubai will be able to make the journey with Emirates and Korean Air from Dubai International Airport, while Abu Dhabi-based travelers can fly with Etihad Airways.

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When your flight has landed in Seoul there are many different ways that you can travel into the city from the airport including on the AREX train or by bus. The airport itself has frequently been rated as one of the world’s best and offers a huge range of things to do including a wide range of cafés and restaurants alongside designer and duty-free shopping. In addition to this, there are other interesting attractions available at the airport including seven different garden areas and a golf club.

South Korea Travel Information

As a UAE national traveling to South Korea, you will be able to enter the country visa free for up to 90 days. Summers in Korea can be hot but also see increased rainfall, with many people choosing to visit either side of the summer period when temperatures are cooler. Remember that South Korea is five hours ahead of the UAE, while the currency utilized in the country is the South Korean won.

* This information is correct as of December 2017