Are direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with connections can sometimes be cheaper, depending on the route and airline.

Can flexible travel dates help on Abu Dhabi to Busan flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or major holidays. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may yield better deals.

What extra costs should I check before booking Abu Dhabi to Busan flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes or making changes to your reservation. Understanding these fees helps you calculate the total travel expense.

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2026-09-22 – 2026-09-27
AUH - Busan
80% AI deal score
$794
$638
Round trip
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AUH - Busan
79% AI deal score
$750
$639
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AUH - Busan
85% AI deal score
$815
$640
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AUH - Busan
78% AI deal score
$746
$641
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AUH - Busan
80% AI deal score
$786
$647
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AUH - Busan
77% AI deal score
$728
$650
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AUH - Busan
79% AI deal score
$822
$712
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AUH - Busan
74% AI deal score
$745
$718
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AUH - Busan
75% AI deal score
$770
$718
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AUH - Busan
75% AI deal score
$772
$723
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Abu Dhabi to Busan: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connections are necessary, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect a journey with at least two stops when planning your trip.

A typical journey from Abu Dhabi to Busan takes about 25h 25m including connections. This duration reflects the common travel time for itineraries that involve one or more stops, which is characteristic of this long-haul route. Travelers should factor in this extended travel time when making plans.

The distance between Abu Dhabi and Busan is approximately 7,107 kilometers, making this a long-haul flight. This significant distance contributes to the extended travel times and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

Right now, fares for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan are typically $769–$919, with a median of $847. Currently, prices are below the typical level, which could present an opportunity for savings. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that exceptionally low prices are rare.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan, April stands out with a median fare of $786. June is also a more affordable option, with a median fare of $807. May follows as the third cheapest month, with a median fare of $865. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so setting a price alert can help you track fare changes.

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Regular price: $652 - $1,222

Prices for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan is between $652 and $1222. The current lowest deal is $679 with Air India Limited, for travel from Sep 23-Sep 29.

now $679

Low $652

High $1,222

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan

The cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan is April, with a median price of $786. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $872. Prices are generally lower from April to June.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $786

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $872

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Air India Limited

Coyne Aviation

KLM

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

Air India Limited, Air Busan

$775

$689

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

Etihad Airways

$786

$2,374

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

Air India Limited, Vietjet Air, Arcus-Air Logistic

$759

$690

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

Air India Limited, Air Busan

$745

$730

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

Air India Limited, Air Busan

$747

$807

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

IndiGo, Air Busan

$744

$778

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

4 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 27

$815 → $636

22%

5 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 27

$794 → $636

20%

5 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 28

$793 → $671

15%

6 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 28

$771 → $670

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Abu Dhabi - Busan route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Abu Dhabi to Busan are below the typical level at $679.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan is April, with a median price of $786.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 25h 25m

Connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan typically take 25h 25m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

This route is connecting dominant; no direct flights are available from Abu Dhabi to Busan.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers deals

Air India Limited has offered 28 deals for connecting flights on this route historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan appear regularly, so check often for good prices.

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a great choice for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan.

📍 ~28 km from Abu Dhabi city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$968

Busan main airports to arrive at

Gimhae International (PUS)

Cheapest

Gimhae International Airport is a good option for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan.

📍 ~12 km from Busan (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$968

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Daegu International (TAE)

Consider Daegu International for its significant flight volume and excellent connectivity to Busan.

📍 ~75 km from Busan (reachable by KTX high-speed rail and express buses)

💸 Flights from ~$1,042

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Best Elite deals to Busan

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From AUH

Elite

Sep 21

Busan, South Korea

89% AI deal score

$4,128

$3,193

Save $935

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Sep 14

Busan, South Korea

89% AI deal score

$4,157

$3,193

Save $964

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Sep 21

Busan, South Korea

89% AI deal score

$4,211

$3,197

Save $1,014

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Sep 14

Busan, South Korea

89% AI deal score

$4,248

$3,222

Save $1,026

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Oct 14

Busan, South Korea

88% AI deal score

$3,936

$3,068

Save $868

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Oct 13

Busan, South Korea

88% AI deal score

$3,936

$3,117

Save $819

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Oct 16

Busan, South Korea

88% AI deal score

$3,957

$3,121

Save $836

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Sep 30

Busan, South Korea

88% AI deal score

$4,104

$3,193

Save $911

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Oct 14

Busan, South Korea

87% AI deal score

$3,936

$3,041

Save $895

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Oct 13

Busan, South Korea

87% AI deal score

$3,936

$3,090

Save $846

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Oct 16

Busan, South Korea

87% AI deal score

$3,939

$3,094

Save $845

Etihad Airways, +1

Business Class

From AUH

Elite

Oct 11

Busan, South Korea

87% AI deal score

$3,932

$3,115

Save $817

Biman Bangladesh Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's advisable to monitor fare trends. General advice suggests booking several weeks or months before your intended departure.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may involve additional ground travel, the savings on airfare can sometimes be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Abu Dhabi to Busan: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Regular price: $652 - $1,222

Prices for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan is between $652 and $1222. The current lowest deal is $679 with Air India Limited, for travel from Sep 23-Sep 29.

now $679

Low $652

High $1,222

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan

The cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan is April, with a median price of $786. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $872. Prices are generally lower from April to June.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $786

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $872

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Air India Limited

Coyne Aviation

KLM

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

Air India Limited, Air Busan

$775

$689

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

Etihad Airways

$786

$2,374

One-way

Sat, Sep 5

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

Air India Limited, Vietjet Air, Arcus-Air Logistic

$759

$690

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

Air India Limited, Air Busan

$745

$730

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

Air India Limited, Air Busan

$747

$807

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

AUH - Busan

Abu Dhabi (AUH) - Busan (PUS)

IndiGo, Air Busan

$744

$778

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

4 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 27

$815 → $636

22%

5 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 27

$794 → $636

20%

5 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 28

$793 → $671

15%

6 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 28

$771 → $670

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Abu Dhabi - Busan route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Abu Dhabi to Busan are below the typical level at $679.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest

Historically, the cheapest month to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan is April, with a median price of $786.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 25h 25m

Connecting flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan typically take 25h 25m, with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

This route is connecting dominant; no direct flights are available from Abu Dhabi to Busan.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air India Limited offers deals

Air India Limited has offered 28 deals for connecting flights on this route historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan appear regularly, so check often for good prices.

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a great choice for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan.

📍 ~28 km from Abu Dhabi city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$968

Busan main airports to arrive at

Gimhae International (PUS)

Cheapest

Gimhae International Airport is a good option for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan.

📍 ~12 km from Busan (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$968

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Daegu International (TAE)

Consider Daegu International for its significant flight volume and excellent connectivity to Busan.

Busan, South Korea

87% AI deal score

$3,932

$3,115

Save $817

Biman Bangladesh Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

Cheap Flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Today’s best flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Abu Dhabi to Busan: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to Busan

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Abu Dhabi - Busan route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 25h 25m

Connecting flights only

Air India Limited offers deals

Deals appear regularly

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Busan main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Busan

Best Elite deals to Busan

Sep 21

Sep 14

Sep 21

Sep 14

Oct 14

Oct 13

Oct 16

Sep 30

Oct 14

Oct 13

Oct 16

Oct 11

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

How can I find cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan?

When should I book flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan?

Are direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Abu Dhabi to Busan flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Abu Dhabi to Busan flights?

Related routes

More routes from Abu Dhabi

Flights to Busan from other cities

Abu Dhabi to Busan: Overview

Insights for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

How much is a round trip from Abu Dhabi to Busan

The cheapest time to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Last-minute flights going from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Popular Airports to fly from Abu Dhabi to Busan

Abu Dhabi - Busan route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 25h 25m

Connecting flights only

Air India Limited offers deals

Deals appear regularly

Abu Dhabi main airports to depart from

Busan main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Busan used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Busan

Best Elite deals to Busan

Sep 21

Sep 14

Sep 21

Sep 14

Oct 14

Oct 13

Oct 16

Sep 30

Oct 14

Oct 13

Oct 16

Oct 11

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Busan

How can I find cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan?

When should I book flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Abu Dhabi to Busan?