Abu Dhabi to Seoul (AUH–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
AUH–ICN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Etihad Airways leads the route. The flight covers 4,249 miles in approximately 8h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways Also: LY, MS, OZ, RJ, WY, XY | 7 | 351 | 9h22 | – | – | LY, MS, OZ, RJ, WY, XY |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Abu Dhabi
| Metric | AUH→ICN | DXB→ICN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUH | – | 72 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 57 | 17 |
| Flight time | 8h 40m | 8h 20m |
Travel Essentials
AUH: +04 · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 11:00 PM in Seoul.
UAE passport holders enter South Korea visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business. No pre-registration is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.
Complete the K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) online before departure if required. Declare cash over USD 10,000. Customs strictly enforce limits on counterfeit goods and agricultural products.
AREX Direct Train to Seoul Station (43 min, ₩11,000) is a reserved-seat express. The All-Stop train serves Hongik University, City Hall, and other inner-city stations (66 min, ₩4,550). T2 passengers board at a dedicated T2 stop before T1; don't exit early. City Check-in at Seoul Station allows bag drop and boarding pass printing before the train for select airlines.Limousine buses serve major hotel zones and neighborhoods (₩16,000–18,000). Taxis from ICN to central Seoul cost ₩65,000–90,000; use only official orange (general) or black (deluxe) cabs from the designated stands. KakaoTaxi (ride-hail) operates from the airport.
Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and dry (−8 to 2°C, December–February) with occasional snow and wind chill. ICN handles snow well, though heavy falls delay operations. Summer monsoon (Changma) runs late June through July with heavy continuous rain. Typhoons can affect operations August–September with short notice.
Spring brings Yellow Dust (hwangsa) from China. Fine particulate storms reduce visibility and occasionally disrupt flights in March–April. Autumn (October–November) is the best flying season: clear skies, low humidity, 8–18°C. Pack layers for spring and fall. Summer is hot and humid (25–32°C).
AUH–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUH to ICN
Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Etihad Airways. With 57 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AUH to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUH to ICN is about 8 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,249 miles (6,837 km). There are approximately 57 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 99 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hamad, Taiwan Taoyuan and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB).