Doha to Seoul (DOH–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DOH–ICN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc and British Airways lead the route. The flight covers 4,382 miles in approximately 8h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 67 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways | 12 | 351, 77W, 77X | 8h35-8h45 | – | Oneworld | – |
| AT Royal Air Maroc | 7 | 351 | 8h45 | – | Oneworld | – |
| BA British Airways | 7 | 351 | 8h45 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Doha
| Metric | DOH→ICN | AUH→ICN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DOH | – | 199 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 26 | 12 |
| Flight time | 8h 35m | 8h 20m |
Travel Essentials
DOH: +03 · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Doha, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Seoul.
Qatari passport holders enter South Korea visa-free for stays up to 90 days. A K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) must be obtained online before departure. The K-ETA costs KRW 10,000, is valid for 2 years, and processing usually takes 24 hours. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Doha Metro Gold Line connects the city center directly to Hamad International; the Hamad International Airport station is at the terminal (15–20 min from Al Bidda / West Bay area, QAR 3–6). Metro runs 6am–11pm Sunday–Wednesday, until midnight Thursday, and 2pm–1am Friday. The Gold Line also connects to the Red and Green lines at Msheireb station for wider coverage.Taxis from West Bay / downtown Doha cost QAR 30–50 and take 15–25 minutes. Karwa taxis are metered and more regulated than informal options. Ride-hail apps (Careem, Uber) operate widely in Doha.
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).
DOH–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DOH to ICN
Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Royal Air Maroc, British Airways and Qatar Airways. With 26 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DOH to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DOH to ICN ranges from 8 hours 35 minutes to 8 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,382 miles (7,052 km). There are approximately 26 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 38 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
67 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via GYD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Abu Dhabi (AUH).