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Flying to South Korea

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest plane ticket foundAED 1,468
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time8 hrs, 32 mins
Possible destinations14
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week137

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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 30 minutes. This has been calculated based on journeys departing from Abu Dhabi.
Emirates, Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Etihad Airways, Oman Air, Royal Jordanian, EgyptAir and Flynas all fly non-stop to South Korea.
We crunched some numbers and found that the cheapest month to fly to South Korea is currently September.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between United Arab Emirates and South Korea. Most routes have one or more stops.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight to South Korea is AED 1,468. 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.
The cheapest airport in South Korea is Incheon International – we've found flights from AED 1,468.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to South Korea is Tuesday, September 1, 2026, to Incheon International 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.

Where to stay: Ratings and booking information for the best hotels in Seoul

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