Flying from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by working out where you'll board your flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are the main airports in Seoul.
The average length of a direct Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight is 10 hours 15 minutes.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi. The city operates on the UTC+4 timezone and is five hours behind Seoul.
The most popular route is from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), with 11 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from ICN to AUH is the 12:20am Etihad Airways option. If you're looking to take off later, the last departure is at 6:25pm with Etihad Airways.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seoul to AUH.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) take off from this terminal.
Etihad Airways is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport departing from ICN.
Most travellers choose to book seats with Etihad Airways from ICN to AUH.
Etihad Airways leads the way in punctuality. A reliable 85.11% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Seoul to AUH with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between ICN and AUH include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
ICN is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Incheon International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
54.5% of flights that leave from Incheon International Airport land at their destination on time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Daxing International Airport (PKX) is one of the main options between Gimpo International Airport and AUH.
GMP is about 16 kilometres from central Seoul. Plan ahead to work out the fastest way to arrive at the terminal.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Seoul to AUH flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Gimpo International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.94%.
About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near AUH instead:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
$332 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Return flights start from $447. These prices may change based on availability.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Seoul to AUH by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
June is when you're most likely to land a fantastic deal on a Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Seoul to AUH is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a price drop.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Visit Abu Dhabi in April for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Seoul to AUH flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC (84ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
January has temperatures of between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Abu Dhabi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Abu Dhabi right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport:
Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque are a couple of major attractions to put on your Abu Dhabi itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Emirates Palace, Dubai.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
You've visited Abu Dhabi, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Arab Emirates. Travel about 105 kilometres north-east to Dubai to check off its popular sights. From Palace Hotel and Burj Khalifa to Burj Khalifa and At the top Burj Khalifa, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Sharjah is another sought-after destination in the United Arab Emirates and is around 129 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without a visit to Al Montazah Park, Al majaz waterfront and Al Majaz Water Fountain.