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Cheap Flight Deals from Seoul to Istanbul

Whether you’re going for a one-way or round-trip to Istanbul, we’ve got you covered! Check out these different flight options from Seoul below.

  • One way
  • Return
      • Cheapest nonstop
        ICN13:55
        12h 20m
        Nonstop
        IST20:15
        Mon, Feb 17|Seoul - Istanbul|Korean Air
        AU$ 574AU$ 799
        28% OFF
        28% OFF
        AU$ 799AU$ 574

        Choose Korean Air flights from Seoul to Istanbul. The one-way direct flight with Korean Air departs from Incheon International Airport on Mon, Feb 17, arriving at Istanbul Airport. One-way Prices start from AU$ 574 including taxes and charges.

      • ICN09:35
        12h 5m
        Nonstop
        IST15:40
        Sat, Feb 15|Seoul - Istanbul|Asiana Airlines
        AU$ 583AU$ 799
        27% OFF
        27% OFF
        AU$ 799AU$ 583

        Choose Asiana Airlines flights from Seoul to Istanbul. The one-way direct flight with Asiana Airlines departs from Incheon International Airport on Sat, Feb 15, arriving at Istanbul Airport. One-way Prices start from AU$ 583 including taxes and charges.

      • ICN14:30
        22h 20m
        1 stop
        IST06:50
        Sat, Mar 1|Seoul - Istanbul|Sichuan Airlines
        AU$ 311AU$ 799
        61% OFF
        61% OFF
        AU$ 799AU$ 311

        Choose Sichuan Airlines flights from Seoul to Istanbul. The one-way connecting flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Incheon International Airport on Sat, Mar 1, arriving at Istanbul Airport. One-way Prices start from AU$ 311 including taxes and charges.

      • ICN14:30
        22h 20m
        1 stop
        IST06:50
        Thu, Feb 27|Seoul - Istanbul|Sichuan Airlines
        AU$ 313
        AU$ 313

        Choose Sichuan Airlines flights from Seoul to Istanbul. The one-way connecting flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Incheon International Airport on Thu, Feb 27, arriving at Istanbul Airport. One-way Prices start from AU$ 313 including taxes and charges.

      • ICN14:30
        22h 20m
        1 stop
        IST06:50
        Thu, Feb 6|Seoul - Istanbul|Sichuan Airlines
        AU$ 314
        AU$ 314

        Choose Sichuan Airlines flights from Seoul to Istanbul. The one-way connecting flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Incheon International Airport on Thu, Feb 6, arriving at Istanbul Airport. One-way Prices start from AU$ 314 including taxes and charges.

      • ICN14:30
        22h 20m
        1 stop
        IST06:50
        Sat, Feb 8|Seoul - Istanbul|Sichuan Airlines
        AU$ 314
        AU$ 314

        Choose Sichuan Airlines flights from Seoul to Istanbul. The one-way connecting flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Incheon International Airport on Sat, Feb 8, arriving at Istanbul Airport. One-way Prices start from AU$ 314 including taxes and charges.

      • ICN14:30
        22h 20m
        1 stop
        IST06:50
        Tue, Feb 18|Seoul - Istanbul|Sichuan Airlines
        AU$ 314
        AU$ 314

        Choose Sichuan Airlines flights from Seoul to Istanbul. The one-way connecting flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Incheon International Airport on Tue, Feb 18, arriving at Istanbul Airport. One-way Prices start from AU$ 314 including taxes and charges.

      • ICN14:30
        22h 20m
        1 stop
        IST06:50
        Thu, Mar 6|Seoul - Istanbul|Sichuan Airlines
        AU$ 315
        AU$ 315

        Choose Sichuan Airlines flights from Seoul to Istanbul. The one-way connecting flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Incheon International Airport on Thu, Mar 6, arriving at Istanbul Airport. One-way Prices start from AU$ 315 including taxes and charges.

      • ICN14:30
        22h 20m
        1 stop
        IST06:50
        Sat, Feb 15|Seoul - Istanbul|Sichuan Airlines
        AU$ 315
        AU$ 315

        Choose Sichuan Airlines flights from Seoul to Istanbul. The one-way connecting flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Incheon International Airport on Sat, Feb 15, arriving at Istanbul Airport. One-way Prices start from AU$ 315 including taxes and charges.

      • ICN09:25
        27h 15m
        1 stop
        IST06:40
        Wed, Mar 12|Seoul - Istanbul|China Southern Airlines
        AU$ 318
        AU$ 318

        Choose China Southern Airlines flights from Seoul to Istanbul. The one-way connecting flight with China Southern Airlines departs from Incheon International Airport on Wed, Mar 12, arriving at Istanbul Airport. One-way Prices start from AU$ 318 including taxes and charges.

      • SEL01:00 pm
        3h 5m
        Nonstop
        IST02:00 pm
        Sun, Feb 9|Seoul - Istanbul|Korean Air
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Seoul to Istanbul Flight Time

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Arrival
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  1. CZ316

    China Southern Airlines

    09:25

    ICN

    2.3h

    10:40

    PKX

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  2. J2068

    Azerbaijan Airlines

    01:15

    PEK

    8.3h

    05:30

    GYD

    SMTW---

  3. J2075

    Azerbaijan Airlines

    08:40

    GYD

    3.3h

    10:55

    IST

    SMTWTFS

  4. CZ316

    China Southern Airlines

    09:25

    ICN

    2.3h

    10:40

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  5. CZ679

    China Southern Airlines

    00:30

    PKX

    11.2h

    06:40

    IST

    -M-W-F-

  6. CZ340

    China Southern Airlines

    10:45

    ICN

    3.9h

    13:40

    CAN

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  7. CZ8065

    China Southern Airlines

    00:25

    CAN

    11.8h

    07:10

    IST

    S-T-T--

  8. CZ318

    China Southern Airlines

    13:00

    GMP

    2.2h

    14:10

    PKX

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  9. CZ679

    China Southern Airlines

    00:30

    PKX

    11.2h

    06:40

    IST

    -M-W-F-

  10. 3U3974

    Sichuan Airlines

    14:30

    ICN

    4.0h

    17:30

    TFU

    -M-W-F-
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  11. 3U3827

    Sichuan Airlines

    01:30

    TFU

    10.3h

    06:50

    IST

    S-T-T-S

  12. CZ338

    China Southern Airlines

    14:50

    ICN

    4.2h

    18:00

    CAN

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  13. CZ8065

    China Southern Airlines

    00:25

    CAN

    11.8h

    07:10

    IST

    S-T-T--

  14. CZ3062

    China Southern Airlines

    16:15

    ICN

    4.3h

    19:30

    CAN

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  15. CZ8065

    China Southern Airlines

    00:25

    CAN

    11.8h

    07:10

    IST

    S-T-T--
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Best Time to Book Flights from Seoul to Istanbul

Explore the best time to buy affordable tickets to Istanbul with our price trend chart, which predicts how flight prices will change in the coming weeks from previous data.

Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Top Airlines Flying from Seoul to Istanbul

Compare prices from various providers below to understand which option best suits your travel needs, before enjoying a comfortable journey with a trusted airline from Seoul to Istanbul.
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FAQ

  • When are flight from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Seoul to Istanbul based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much are flights from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AU$ 1,753.

  • How long is the flights from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST)?

    It takes about 11 hours 43 minutes to fly from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST).

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Istanbul?

    • The distance from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to downtown is about 30km, by taxi about 50 minutes.
    • The distance from Istanbul Airport to downtown is about 34km, by taxi about 50 minutes.

  • What time does the earliest flight from Seoul to Istanbul depart?

    The earliest flight departs from Seoul (ICN) at 09:35 and arrives in Istanbul (IST) at 15:40.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST)?

    Airlines with flights from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST): Turkish Airlines, Asiana Airlines and Korean Air.

  • What's the most popular airline for direct flights from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST)?

    Turkish Airlines operates 42 direct flights from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST).

  • How many airports in Istanbul (IST)?

    There are 2 airport(s) in Istanbul (IST): Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport.

How to find a cheap flight from Seoul to Istanbul

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Flight Information from Seoul to Istanbul

Cheapest direct flight priceAU$ 311
Cheapest return ticket priceAU$ 913
Off-season for travelNovember
Peak season for travelMay
Flight distance7,954.45km
Average flight time11 hours 43 minutes
Popular airlineEmirates

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