How many flights depart from Seoul to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

As of August 2025, 5 flights take off from Seoul and land in Istanbul Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 48% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Seoul to Istanbul?

China Eastern, China Southern, and MIAT Mongolian are the most popular carriers operating from Seoul to Istanbul

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Seoul and Istanbul Airport?

Tashkent (TAS) was the most common stop: 32% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Xi'an (XIY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $411.

How many flights depart from Seoul to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between Seoul and Istanbul Airport is 35 per week as of August 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

Flights connecting via Tashkent (TAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 45m.

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines and China Eastern are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport from Seoul according to our data. Asiana Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul Airport. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Istanbul Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul Airport?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Seoul you fly out of and what airport in Istanbul Airport you fly into. For example, flying from Incheon to Istanbul Airport takes 11h 45m on average. On the other hand, flying from Seoul to Istanbul Airport takes 19h 05m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

Bangkok (BKK) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 05m.

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

Prices for flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport is 9 as of August 2025.

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.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Seoul and Istanbul Airport?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $564 to $894. The lowest price recently found on this route was $397.

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12:05 am - 12:25 pmICN-IST

18h 20m1 stop

2:10 pm - 2:55 pmIST-ICN

18h 45m1 stop

$397MIAT Mongolian

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Mon, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 9

6:25 pm - 8:00 amICN-IST

19h 35m1 stop

2:00 pm - 5:25 pmIST-ICN

21h 25m1 stop

$400China Eastern

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1:35 am - 1:05 pmICN-IST

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7:30 am - 10:45 amIST-ICN

21h 15m1 stop

$528Etihad Airways

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11:45 pm - 12:55 pmICN-IST

19h 10m1 stop

2:00 pm - 10:45 amIST-ICN

14h 45m1 stop

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Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8

10:20 pm - 5:40 pmICN-IST

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11:40 pm - 6:05 pmIST-ICN

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$546Emirates

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10:20 pm - 12:50 amICN-IST

32h 30m1 stop

1:50 am - 6:05 pmIST-ICN

34h 15m1 stop

$547Emirates

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Mon, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 5

1:30 pm - 6:00 amGMP-IST

22h 30m1 stop

4:00 pm - 12:25 pmIST-GMP

14h 25m1 stop

$565China Southern

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1:30 pm - 6:00 amGMP-IST

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14h 25m1 stop

$605China Southern

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6:00 am - 8:00 amGMP-IST

32h 00m2 stops

2:00 pm - 10:20 pmIST-GMP

26h 20m2 stops

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1:30 pm - 6:00 amGMP-IST

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Emirates flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

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Emirates

Jan 5

ICN10:20 pmIncheon Intl

25h 20m

1 stop

IST5:40 pmIstanbul

Jan 19

IST11:40 pmIstanbul

36h 25m

1 stop

ICN6:05 pmIncheon Intl

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Dec 22

ICN10:20 pmIncheon Intl

32h 30m

1 stop

IST12:50 amIstanbul

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IST1:50 amIstanbul

34h 15m

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ICN6:05 pmIncheon Intl

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Aug 25

ICN10:45 pmIncheon Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

IST2:25 pmIstanbul

Aug 27

IST2:10 amIstanbul

34h 40m

1 stop

ICN6:50 pmIncheon Intl

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Aug 16

GMP8:35 amSeoul Gimpo Intl

29h 05m

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Aug 23

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GMP2:25 pmSeoul Gimpo Intl

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1 stop22h 30m

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1 stop22h 30m

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GMP - IST

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2 stops32h 00m

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2:00 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops26h 20m

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1:30 pm-6:00 am

1 stop22h 30m

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4:45 am-1:05 pm

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Seoul and Istanbul Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, February 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 $537. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in February, then you should wait until January to fly from Seoul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $544.

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 $809. On the other hand, Thursday 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 $1,149.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Seoul to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $589. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon 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 $1,012.

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 $675 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 13% 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 August 2025, prices for Seoul to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 35% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Seoul in the past 72 hours is $228. The best round-trip flight deal from Seoul to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $397.

The fastest flight from Seoul to Istanbul Airport takes 16h 35m

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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 16h 35m 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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport is 9 as of August 2025.
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?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Seoul to Istanbul Airport is Boeing 777-300ER, representing 44.52% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 777-200LR at 29.97%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 19.26%, and Airbus A350-900 at 2.38%.
What is the most popular airline from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Seoul to Istanbul Airport is Asiana Airlines, representing 37% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are China Eastern at 30%, Turkish Airlines at 23%, and Korean Air at 10%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
China Eastern	PriceFrom $393	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 159 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $414	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 104 reviews	Search China Southern flights
MIAT Mongolian	PriceFrom $513	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.7 18 reviews	Search MIAT Mongolian flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $539	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,232 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $545	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,303 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Asiana Airlines	PriceFrom $594	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 470 reviews	Search Asiana Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $617	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,935 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Korean Air	PriceFrom $675	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.4 1,122 reviews	Search Korean Air flights
Uzbekistan Airways	PriceFrom $734	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 34 reviews	Search Uzbekistan Airways flights

Korean Air Flights From Seoul to Istanbul Airport
Korean Air flies from Seoul to Istanbul Airport around 4 times per week, with 1,122 momondo users rating the airline 8.4/10. The cheapest Korean Air deal from Seoul to Istanbul Airport in the last 72 hours was $675 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $776 for Korean Air flights on this route.
Asiana Airlines Flights From Seoul to Istanbul Airport
Asiana Airlines (8.2/10 from 470 reviews) operates around 15 flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport in any given week. The average Asiana Airlines airfare for this route is around $844, with deals from around $594 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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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Seoul and Istanbul Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

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

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

What is the cheapest Seoul to Istanbul flight route?

Fly from Incheon Intl to Istanbul for the best Seoul - Istanbul flight prices

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

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 13% 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 August 2025, prices for Seoul to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 35% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Seoul to Istanbul?

China Eastern, China Southern, and MIAT Mongolian are the most popular carriers operating from Seoul to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul Airport?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Seoul and Istanbul Airport?

Tashkent (TAS) was the most common stop: 32% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Xi'an (XIY) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $411.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

Flights connecting via Tashkent (TAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 15h 45m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

Bangkok (BKK) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 05m.

How many flights depart from Seoul to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

As of August 2025, 5 flights take off from Seoul and land in Istanbul Airport each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 48% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Seoul to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

The number of flights available between Seoul and Istanbul Airport is 35 per week as of August 2025. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul Airport?

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