Dubai to Seoul (DXB–ICN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DXB–ICN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Emirates and Korean Air lead the route. The flight covers 4,181 miles in approximately 8h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 71 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates | 10 | 388, 77W | 8h20-8h25 | – | – | – |
| KE Korean Air | 7 | 789 | 8h45 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Seoul from Dubai
| Metric | DXB→ICN | AUH→ICN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DXB | – | 72 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 12 |
| Flight time | 8h 20m | 8h 20m |
Travel Essentials
DXB: +04 · ICN: KST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, 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.
Dubai Metro Red Line connects Union and BurJuman stations to T1 and T3 (Airport: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations). T1 is 20 minutes from Union, T3 is 22 minutes (AED 6.50–10 depending on zones and Gold/Silver class). Trains run 5:30am–midnight Saturday–Wednesday, until 1am Thursday–Friday. T2 (low-cost) is not on the metro; taxi or bus required.Taxis from Dubai Marina cost AED 70–90; from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa area) AED 35–50. Ride-hail via Careem is widely available and comparable to taxis. Traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is heavy during morning and evening rush.
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).
DXB–ICN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DXB to ICN
Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Incheon International Airport (ICN) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates and Korean Air. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DXB to ICN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DXB to ICN ranges from 8 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,181 miles (6,729 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 34 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
71 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via XIY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Abu Dhabi (AUH).