Travelling from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Seoul is home to two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) flying out of Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
10 hours 6 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is 5 hours behind Seoul. Abu Dhabi International Airport is located in Abu Dhabi.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is the most popular route. There are 18 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with Etihad Airways at 18:00. Go for the first ICN to AUH departure with Etihad Airways at 00:15 if you want to get going earlier.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Seoul to AUH.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Prefer to leave from Gimpo International Airport (GMP)? You can book a direct flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) from this popular hub.
Etihad Airways operates direct flights from Seoul to AUH leaving from GMP. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in one go.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Gimpo International Airport and AUH:
Almaty Airport (ALA)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
From central Seoul, GMP is approximately 16 kilometres away. When planning the quickest way to get there, find out if public transport is an option or if it's more convenient to drive.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your flight from Seoul to AUH:
About Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near AUH:
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi International Airport to the centre of Abu Dhabi takes around 25 minutes in a car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
For a one-way ticket from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport, Rs66,870 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from Rs140,569. These are the lowest fares right now but may change depending on availability.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Seoul to AUH when you book 9 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are generally at their lowest.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Abu Dhabi in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Abu Dhabi is July, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC and 43ºC. Lock in your flights from Seoul to AUH in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Abu Dhabi
After booking your flight from Seoul to Abu Dhabi International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Abu Dhabi:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are must-do's during your Abu Dhabi adventure.
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