Travelling from Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Seoul: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 10 hours 15 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul.
Seoul is six hours ahead of Doha, where Doha Hamad International Airport is located. Seoul runs on the UTC+9 timezone.
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route, with eight flights a week to pick from. You can fly from DOH to ICN at 02:20 with Qatar Airways.
To avoid missing your DOH to Seoul flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Direct Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul tickets are available for booking. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is where you'll be landing.
Qatar Airways is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from DOH to Seoul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Located around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Doha, DOH can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near DOH. Whether you have an early flight from Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Doha Hamad International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from DOH arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Seoul
£330 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul flight. A return plane ticket right now is £540. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To secure cheap flights from DOH to Seoul, reserve your journey three months ahead of your departure date.
Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DOH to Seoul by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Save money on your flight from Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The distance from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is roughly 48 kms (30 miles). It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Booking your vehicle from Seoul Incheon International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from DOH to Seoul can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 16 kms (10 miles) from the centre of Seoul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 35 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to GMP. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your DOH to Seoul flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at GMP will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Seoul
January is the most popular month for flights from Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Seoul in December.
Before booking a Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from DOH to Seoul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Seoul right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Doha Hamad International Airport to Seoul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Korea waiting to be explored. Around 322 kms (200 miles) southeast of Seoul, a visit to Busan will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
Around 241 kms (150 miles) southeast of Seoul, Daegu is another essential stop in South Korea. Start your sightseeing at Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park.
