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Today’s best flight deals from Istanbul to Seoul

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Istanbul to Seoul

June 28 - June 29

Cheapest
Best

IST - Seoul

$936

$496

Round trip

June 22 - June 29

Cheapest
Best

IST - Seoul

$901

$496

Round trip

June 21 - June 29

Cheapest
Earliest

IST - Seoul

$884

$496

Round trip

July 13 - July 20

IST - Seoul

$662

$498

Round trip

July 19 - July 20

IST - Seoul

$689

$524

Round trip

September 6 - September 28

IST - Seoul

$569

$524

Round trip

October 11 - October 12

IST - Seoul

$731

$524

Round trip

July 12 - July 20

IST - Seoul

$658

$525

Round trip

August 16 - August 24

IST - Seoul

$668

$525

Round trip

September 6 - September 21

IST - Seoul

$570

$525

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Flights from Istanbul to Seoul are typically long-haul, covering a distance of 7923 km. Right now, fares for this route are typically $912–$1414, with a median of $1176. Current fares are near the typical level, and about 9% of recent fares have been classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, indicating frequent opportunities for cheap flights from Istanbul to Seoul.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seoul? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $486. Following February, December also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $677. April is another good option for travelers, showing a median fare of $690.
Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, with only 6.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of itineraries, travelers can expect to make 2 connections.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Seoul? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 37h 40m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this long-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Seoul

Regular price: $767 - $983

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Istanbul to Seoul.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $767 and $983. The current lowest deal is $496 with Turkmenistan Airlines, for travel from June 28 to June 29.

now $496

Low $767

High $983

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul is February, with a median price of 486 USD. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of 1292 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $486

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,292

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul

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Asiana Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Seoul

Thu, Jun 18

βŒ› Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

CanJet

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

CanJet

$891

$697

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

βŒ› Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

CanJet

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

CanJet

$879

$708

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

βŒ› Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

China Southern Airlines

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

China Southern Airlines

$910

$733

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

βŒ› Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Qatar Airways

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Qatar Airways

$1,021

$767

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

βŒ› Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Qatar Airways

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Qatar Airways

$1,022

$835

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

βŒ› Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

China Southern Airlines

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

China Southern Airlines

$877

$612

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Seoul

1 night

Jun 28 - Jun 29

$936Β Β β†’Β Β $496

47%

7 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 29

$901Β Β β†’Β Β $496

45%

8 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 29

$884Β Β β†’Β Β $496

44%

3 nights

Jun 26 - Jun 29

$939Β Β β†’Β Β $628

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

Istanbul - Seoul route insights

πŸ’Έ Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Istanbul to Seoul are near the typical level of $1176.

πŸ“… Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul, with a median price of $486.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 37h 40m with connections

Flights from Istanbul to Seoul typically take 37h 40m with 2 stopovers, as direct flights are rare.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Deals are frequent

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Seoul are frequent, with over 1 deal per day historically.

πŸ† Airline highlight

Asiana Airlines offers direct flights

Asiana Airlines operates direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul, providing a faster travel option.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider February for best prices

To find the best prices, consider flying in February, which historically has the lowest median fares.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a convenient option for flights from Istanbul to Seoul, offering competitive prices.

πŸ“ ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car or bus)

πŸ’Έ Flights from ~$496

Sabiha GΓΆkΓ§en International (SAW)

Sabiha GΓΆkΓ§en International provides another departure choice for your trip from Istanbul to Seoul.

πŸ“ ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car or bus)

πŸ’Έ Flights from ~$798

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport is a major gateway to Seoul, offering convenient access to the city.

πŸ“ ~50 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, train)

πŸ’Έ Flights from ~$496

Gimpo International (GMP)

Gimpo International Airport is a good option for reaching Seoul, located closer to the city center.

πŸ“ ~20 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, train)

πŸ’Έ Flights from ~$507

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Cheongju International (CJJ)

Cheongju International is a practical alternative for Seoul due to its proximity and international status.

πŸ“ ~115 km from Seoul (reachable by express bus and rail services)

πŸ’Έ Flights from ~$823

Gimhae International (PUS)

Gimhae International is a major international gateway and a reliable alternative for flights to the region.

πŸ“ ~320 km from Seoul (reachable by KTX high-speed rail)

πŸ’Έ Flights from ~$805

Daegu International (TAE)

Cheapest

Daegu International offers a good selection of international regional flights and efficient terminal processing.

πŸ“ ~240 km from Seoul (reachable by high-speed rail)

πŸ’Έ Flights from ~$794

Wonju (WJU)

Wonju is geographically the closest candidate airport to Seoul, useful for specific domestic connections.

πŸ“ ~90 km from Seoul (reachable by car)

πŸ’Έ Flights from ~$935

Gwangju (KWJ)

Gwangju is a major regional airport with KTX connectivity, an alternative for domestic travel.

πŸ“ ~270 km from Seoul (reachable by KTX)

πŸ’Έ Flights from ~$895

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Istanbul to Seoul is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a ticket was around $1035. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further out, with tickets purchased 60+ days in advance averaging $1396. Similarly, last-minute bookings made 0-6 days before departure also show a higher average price of $1275.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Seoul is considered to be $912 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $1176. Fares tend to increase significantly beyond this point, with 75% of prices observed at $1414 or higher.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul, with a median price of $486. Other relatively inexpensive months include December, with a median price of $677, and April, with a median price of $690. These prices are considerably lower than the annual median price of $1176 for this route.