Seoul to Dubai
-5hSeoul
KSTSOURCEDubai
GSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
KST and GST on the World Map
The map below highlights the KST (Korea Standard Time) and GST (Gulf Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
KST – Korea Standard Time
UTC+09:00Korea Standard Time (KST) is the time zone for South Korea, 9 hours ahead of UTC.
- •South Korea does not observe daylight saving time.
- •Seoul is home to Samsung, LG, and Hyundai headquarters.
- •KST is the same offset as JST (UTC+09:00).
GST – Gulf Standard Time
UTC+04:00Gulf Standard Time (GST) is used in the UAE, Oman, and other Gulf states, 4 hours ahead of UTC.
- •Dubai uses GST year-round with no daylight saving time.
- •GST is 9 hours ahead of EST and 4 hours ahead of GMT.
- •The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) operates on GST.
About Seoul
WikipediaSeoul operates on Korea Standard Time (KST), UTC+9, same as Japan. As a global tech and entertainment hub, Seoul coordinates with East Asian markets.
Seoul has the fastest average internet speed in the world.
About Dubai
WikipediaDubai operates on Gulf Standard Time (GST), 4 hours ahead of GMT. Dubai's position between Europe and Asia makes it a strategic hub for international business.
Dubai has no income tax, making it a major hub for international business.
Seoul to Dubai Time Difference – Complete Guide
Seoul runs on Korean Standard Time (KST) at UTC+09:00. Dubai runs on Gulf Standard Time (GST) at UTC+04:00. That puts Seoul 5 hours behind Dubai — a difference of -5h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in Seoul it is 4:00 AM in Dubai. Midnight in Seoul is 7:00 PM in Dubai. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
Seoul to Dubai time conversion table
| Seoul (KST) | Dubai (GST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 7:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 1:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 2:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 4:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 7:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 10:00 AM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 12:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 1:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 4:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert Seoul to Dubai time
- Scheduling a call from Seoul to Dubai: a 10:00 AM start in Seoul lands at 5:00 AM in Dubai, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both Seoul and Dubai are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM KST time (9:00 AM–12:00 PM GST). That is roughly 3 hours of usable overlap.
- Coordinating a Seoul-based team with Dubai contacts: quoting times in the other side's local clock — not your own — removes the single biggest source of missed meetings.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM KST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -5h gap is not.
- Block 2:00 PM–5:00 PM KST as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from Seoul and need Dubai colleagues present.
About KST (Korea Standard Time)
Korea Standard Time (KST) is the time zone used in South Korea. It shares the same UTC offset as Japan Standard Time but is a distinct time zone. South Korea does not observe daylight saving time. Seoul, the capital, is a major global tech and business hub.
About GST (Gulf Standard Time)
Gulf Standard Time (GST) is the time zone used in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and other Gulf states. GST does not observe daylight saving time. Dubai and Abu Dhabi, major international business and tourism hubs, operate on GST.
Best time to call between Seoul and Dubai
Both Seoul and Dubai sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 2:00 PM–5:00 PM KST, which is 9:00 AM–12:00 PM GST. That gives roughly 3 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
Seoul and Dubai overlap for about 3 hours during the working day — enough for meetings if you avoid the edges of the window.
Seoul is 5 hours behind Dubai (KST UTC+09:00 → GST UTC+04:00). The shared working window is 2:00 PM–5:00 PM KST. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Seoul and Dubai?
Seoul (KST, UTC+09:00) is 5 hours behind Dubai (GST, UTC+04:00). The gap is currently -5h.
How do I convert Seoul time to Dubai time?
Add -5h to Seoul local time. For example, 9:00 AM in Seoul is 4:00 AM in Dubai.
What time is it in Dubai right now?
Dubai uses GST at UTC+04:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -5h offset from Seoul.
What is the best time to call Dubai from Seoul?
Call between 2:00 PM and 5:00 PM KST — that maps to 9:00 AM–12:00 PM GST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is behind, Seoul or Dubai?
Seoul is 5 hours behind Dubai. When it is 12:00 PM in Seoul it is 7:00 AM in Dubai.
Do Seoul and Dubai use different time zones?
Seoul (South Korea) uses KST at UTC+09:00, while Dubai (UAE) uses GST at UTC+04:00. The IANA identifiers are Asia/Seoul and Asia/Dubai.
Does daylight saving time affect the Seoul–Dubai difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the -5h offset between Seoul and Dubai is fixed all year.
Which other cities share Seoul's time zone?
KST also covers Seoul, Busan, Incheon, Daegu, Daejeon, Pyongyang.
Which countries use KST, Seoul's zone?
KST is used in South Korea, North Korea.
Is there a day difference between Seoul and Dubai?
Not normally. The -5h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between Seoul and Dubai?
Dubai is -5h from Seoul.
What timezone is Seoul in?
Seoul operates on Korea Standard Time (KST), UTC+9, same as Japan. As a global tech and entertainment hub, Seoul coordinates with East Asian markets.
What timezone is Dubai in?
Dubai operates on Gulf Standard Time (GST), 4 hours ahead of GMT. Dubai's position between Europe and Asia makes it a strategic hub for international business.
What are the business hours in Seoul?
Standard business hours in Seoul are 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM KST.
What are the business hours in Dubai?
Standard business hours in Dubai are 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM GST.
What is the best time to schedule a call between Seoul and Dubai?
The best overlap for a call is when both cities are in business hours. Seoul works 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM KST and Dubai works 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM GST (-5h difference). Try scheduling during the overlapping window for maximum convenience.
What currencies are used in Seoul and Dubai?
Seoul uses KRW (₩) while Dubai uses AED (د.إ). Check current exchange rates when planning travel or business between these cities.
How do Seoul and Dubai compare in size?
Seoul has a population of approximately 9.7 million (metro: 25.5 million), while Dubai has approximately 3.5 million (metro: 4.1 million).
What are the major landmarks in Seoul and Dubai?
Seoul is known for Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, Bukchon Hanok Village. Dubai is famous for Burj Khalifa, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab.
Do Seoul and Dubai have stock exchanges?
Yes. Seoul has the KRX (Korea Exchange) and Dubai has the DFM (Dubai Financial Market). The -5h time difference affects trading hour overlaps between these exchanges.
Which countries use KST (Korea Standard Time)?
KST is used in South Korea, North Korea.
Does KST observe daylight saving time?
No, KST does not observe daylight saving time and remains at UTC+09:00 year-round.
What are some interesting facts about KST?
South Korea does not observe daylight saving time. Seoul is home to Samsung, LG, and Hyundai headquarters.
Which cities are in the GST timezone?
Major cities in the GST timezone include Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Muscat, Baku, Tbilisi.
What is the UTC offset for GST?
Gulf Standard Time (GST) is at UTC+04:00.
What should I know about the GST timezone?
Dubai uses GST year-round with no daylight saving time. GST is 9 hours ahead of EST and 4 hours ahead of GMT.
When is it midnight in Seoul, what time is it in Dubai?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in Seoul (KST), it is -5h later in Dubai (GST).
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