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Cheap flights from Seoul to Istanbul from $250

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China Southern Logo
9:40 am - 6:15 am
ICN
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IST
26h 35m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
4:00 pm - 3:25 pm
IST
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ICN
17h 25m
1 stop
$434China Southern
Mon, Jun 15 - Mon, Jun 22
MIAT Mongolian Logo
12:05 am - 12:25 pm
ICN
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IST
18h 20m
1 stop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
2:10 pm - 10:25 pm
IST
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ICN
26h 15m
1 stop
$457MIAT Mongolian
Mon, May 18 - Tue, May 26
China Southern Logo
9:40 am - 10:10 pm
ICN
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IST
18h 30m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
4:00 pm - 1:55 pm
IST
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ICN
15h 55m
1 stop
$466China Southern
Thu, May 7 - Wed, May 13
MIAT Mongolian Logo
2:20 pm - 12:25 pm
ICN
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IST
28h 05m
1 stop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
2:10 pm - 12:50 pm
IST
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ICN
16h 40m
1 stop
$492MIAT Mongolian
Mon, Mar 30 - Thu, Apr 16
China Eastern Logo
2:15 pm - 7:00 am
ICN
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IST
22h 45m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
2:00 pm - 3:10 pm
IST
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ICN
19h 10m
1 stop
$494China Eastern
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
China Eastern Logo
4:35 pm - 7:00 am
ICN
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IST
20h 25m
2 stops
China Eastern Logo
2:00 pm - 8:40 pm
IST
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ICN
24h 40m
2 stops
$500China Eastern
Sun, Mar 29 - Sat, Apr 18
China Southern Logo
2:50 pm - 7:10 am
ICN
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IST
22h 20m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
3:20 pm - 10:10 pm
IST
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ICN
24h 50m
1 stop
$501China Southern
Wed, Mar 25 - Sat, Mar 28
Air China Logo
2:25 pm - 8:00 am
GMP
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IST
23h 35m
1 stop
Air China Logo
3:00 pm - 1:05 pm
IST
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GMP
16h 05m
1 stop
$716Air China
Thu, May 7 - Wed, May 13
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2:25 pm - 8:20 am
GMP
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IST
23h 55m
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3:20 pm - 12:25 pm
IST
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GMP
15h 05m
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$899Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 19 - Tue, Mar 24
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8:35 am - 2:05 am
GMP
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IST
23h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:00 pm - 12:25 pm
IST
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GMP
14h 25m
1 stop
$1,205Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 15 - Mon, Jun 22

China Eastern flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

Our best China Eastern deals on Seoul to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
China Eastern
Apr 15
ICN2:15 pmIncheon Intl
22h 45m
2 stops
IST7:00 amIstanbul
Apr 18
IST2:00 pmIstanbul
19h 10m
1 stop
ICN3:10 pmIncheon Intl
$494
China Eastern
Mar 29
ICN4:35 pmIncheon Intl
20h 25m
2 stops
IST7:00 amIstanbul
Apr 18
IST2:00 pmIstanbul
24h 40m
2 stops
ICN8:40 pmIncheon Intl
$500
China Eastern
Mar 5
ICN4:40 pmIncheon Intl
21h 30m
2 stops
IST8:10 amIstanbul
Mar 10
IST11:00 amIstanbul
22h 50m
2 stops
ICN3:50 pmIncheon Intl
$503

MIAT Mongolian flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

Our best MIAT Mongolian deals on Seoul to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
MIAT Mongolian
May 18
ICN12:05 amIncheon Intl
18h 20m
1 stop
IST12:25 pmIstanbul
May 26
IST2:10 pmIstanbul
26h 15m
1 stop
ICN10:25 pmIncheon Intl
$457
MIAT Mongolian
Mar 30
ICN2:20 pmIncheon Intl
28h 05m
1 stop
IST12:25 pmIstanbul
Apr 16
IST2:10 pmIstanbul
16h 40m
1 stop
ICN12:50 pmIncheon Intl
$492
MIAT Mongolian
Mar 7
ICN1:20 pmIncheon Intl
31h 10m
1 stop
IST2:30 pmIstanbul
Mar 12
IST4:20 pmIstanbul
24h 20m
1 stop
ICN10:40 pmIncheon Intl
$512

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IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mon 6/15

9:40 am-6:15 am

1 stop26h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 6/22

4:00 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$434

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mon 5/18

12:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 5/26

2:10 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop26h 15m

$457

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Thu 5/7

9:40 am-10:10 pm

1 stop18h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 5/13

4:00 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$466

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mon 3/30

2:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 4/16

2:10 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$492

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Wed 4/15

2:15 pm-7:00 am

2 stops22h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 4/18

2:00 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop19h 10m

$494

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Sun 3/29

4:35 pm-7:00 am

2 stops20h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 4/18

2:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$500

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/25

2:50 pm-7:10 am

1 stop22h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 3/28

3:20 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop24h 50m

$501

SeoulIstanbul

GMP - IST

GMPIST

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 5/7

2:25 pm-8:00 am

1 stop23h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 5/13

3:00 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$716

SeoulIstanbul

GMP - IST

GMPIST

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Thu 3/19

2:25 pm-8:20 am

1 stop23h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 3/24

3:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$899

SeoulIstanbul

GMP - IST

GMPIST

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 6/15

8:35 am-2:05 am

2 stops23h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 6/22

4:00 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$1,205

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, December is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $562. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in December, then you should wait until September to fly from Seoul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $582.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $844. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from Seoul because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,227.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Seoul to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $794. Flying to Istanbul Airport at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,093.

What is the cheapest Seoul to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Seoul when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $690 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Seoul for as low as $586 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Seoul to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Seoul to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Seoul to Istanbul Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a Seoul to Istanbul Airport flight.

How have Seoul to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Seoul to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Seoul to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$680

Fastest flight time

11h 45m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Seoul in the past 72 hours is $680. The best round-trip flight deal from Seoul to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $732.
The fastest flight from Seoul to Istanbul Airport takes 11h 45m
Direct flights go from Seoul to Istanbul Airport every day.
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  • How far is Seoul to Istanbul by plane?

    The distance between Seoul and Istanbul is about 4939.7 mi. Typically, this will take 11h 45m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

    Prices for flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Seoul to Istanbul Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

Best airlines flying from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
China EasternPriceFrom $391Free CancellationRating
7.2
192 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $471Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,378 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $486Free CancellationRating
8.1
501 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $545Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,490 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $617Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,206 reviews
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Korean AirPriceFrom $699Free CancellationRating
8.4
1,188 reviews
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  • Korean Air Flights From Seoul to Istanbul Airport

    Korean Air flies from Seoul to Istanbul Airport around 3 times per week, with 1,188 momondo users rating the airline 8.4/10. The cheapest Korean Air deal from Seoul to Istanbul Airport in the last 72 hours was $699 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $807 for Korean Air flights on this route.

  • Asiana Airlines Flights From Seoul to Istanbul Airport

    Asiana Airlines (8.1/10 from 501 reviews) operates around 13 flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport in any given week. The average Asiana Airlines airfare for this route is around $796, with deals from around $486 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Seoul to Istanbul Airport flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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