Can I fly direct from Istanbul to Seoul?

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options. Historically, approximately 3.3% of flights on this route have been non-stop. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers has been 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, most travelers will likely encounter itineraries with at least one stop.

How many hours is the flight from Istanbul to Seoul?

The direct flight from Istanbul to Seoul typically takes approximately 9 hours and 50 minutes. This route covers a distance of 7923 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration significantly increases to about 21 hours and 40 minutes. Travelers should account for this substantial difference in travel time when choosing between direct and connecting flights.

Are non-stop flights from Istanbul to Seoul worth the extra cost?

Historically, direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul have been approximately 32% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $1484, while connecting flights had a median price of $1121. Despite the higher cost, direct flights make up a small portion of the available options, representing about 3.4% of all flights on this route. Travelers should weigh the convenience of a non-stop journey against the potential savings offered by connecting flights.

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Istanbul to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Seoul

For flights from Istanbul to Seoul, fares typically range from $975–$1331, with a median price of $1126. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. While new deals appear almost daily, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, indicating that finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Seoul at a significant discount may require careful timing and flexibility.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seoul, you'll find that February stands out with a median fare of $512. Following February, May also offers more budget-friendly options, with a median fare of $691. Another good month to consider for lower prices is June, where the median fare is around $794.

Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, with only 3.3% of recent fares being non-stop. This means that most itineraries connect at least once, and when they do, the typical number of connections is 2.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Seoul takes approximately 9h 50m, including connections. However, for connecting itineraries, the median journey time extends significantly to 35h 55m, reflecting the impact of layovers on overall travel duration.

The distance between Istanbul and Seoul is 7923 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance contributes to the longer flight times and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Seoul

Regular price: $493 - $789

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $493 and $789. The current lowest deal is $470 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Nov 10-Nov 16.

now $470

Low $493

High $789

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 512 USD. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of 1245 USD. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $512

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,245

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Korean Air

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Seoul

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkmenistan Airlines

$564

$543

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkmenistan Airlines

$559

$543

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkmenistan Airlines

$565

$543

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkmenistan Airlines

$557

$543

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkmenistan Airlines

$560

$543

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

China Southern Airlines

$540

$528

One-way

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

11 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 12

$727 → $487

33%

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$755 → $523

31%

15 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 23

$708 → $503

29%

29 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 30

$695 → $505

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

Istanbul - Seoul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Istanbul to Seoul are near the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $512

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul, with a median price of $512.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 9h 50m

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul typically take 9 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Korean Air offers direct flights

Korean Air is an airline that offers direct flights on the Istanbul to Seoul route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Seoul are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Seoul, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$459

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International provides another option for travelers flying from Istanbul to Seoul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$652

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport is a good option for flights from Istanbul to Seoul.

📍 ~48 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$458

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Cheongju International (CJJ)

Cheongju International is a useful alternative, serving as a low-cost carrier hub for regional international routes.

📍 ~100 km from Seoul (reachable by bus and rail)

💸 Flights from ~$681

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Dec 17

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Seoul, South Korea

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Seoul, South Korea

92% AI deal score

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92% AI deal score

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Seoul, South Korea

92% AI deal score

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From IST

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Seoul, South Korea

92% AI deal score

$3,452

$2,137

Save $1,315

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Istanbul to Seoul is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for tickets has been observed at approximately $1199. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging around $1405. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows a slightly higher average price of $1276, indicating that the sweet spot for savings is within the 28-59 day range.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Seoul has been identified as $975. This threshold represents a fare that is lower than 75% of all observed prices for this route. The median price for tickets on this route over the same period was $1126, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $1331. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly option should target fares around or below the $975 mark.

Historically, February has been the most affordable month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul, with a median price of $512. Other cost-effective months include May, with a median price of $691, and June, which saw a median price of $794. The annual median price for this route is $1126, making these months significantly cheaper. Travelers looking for the best value should consider planning their trips during these times.

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Istanbul to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Seoul

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Seoul

Regular price: $493 - $789

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $493 and $789. The current lowest deal is $470 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Nov 10-Nov 16.

now $470

Low $493

High $789

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

February

Cheapest

Flights from $512

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,245

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Korean Air

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Seoul

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkmenistan Airlines

$564

$543

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkmenistan Airlines

$559

$543

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkmenistan Airlines

$565

$543

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkmenistan Airlines

$557

$543

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkmenistan Airlines

$560

$543

One-way

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

China Southern Airlines

$540

$528

One-way

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

11 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 12

$727 → $487

33%

7 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 17

$755 → $523

31%

15 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 23

$708 → $503

29%

29 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 30

$695 → $505

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

Istanbul - Seoul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Istanbul to Seoul are near the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $512

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul, with a median price of $512.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 9h 50m

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul typically take 9 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Korean Air offers direct flights

Korean Air is an airline that offers direct flights on the Istanbul to Seoul route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Seoul are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Seoul, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$459

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International provides another option for travelers flying from Istanbul to Seoul.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$652

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport is a good option for flights from Istanbul to Seoul.

📍 ~48 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$458

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Cheongju International (CJJ)

Cheongju International is a useful alternative, serving as a low-cost carrier hub for regional international routes.

Seoul, South Korea

92% AI deal score

$3,452

$2,137

Save $1,315

Azerbaijan Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Today’s best flight deals from Istanbul to Seoul

Istanbul to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Seoul

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Seoul

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Seoul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

Istanbul - Seoul route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $512

Direct flights average 9h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

Korean Air offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seoul

Best Elite deals to Seoul

Dec 17

Dec 07

Feb 24

Dec 10

Nov 23

Nov 23

Nov 23

Nov 23

Dec 07

Dec 07

Dec 12

Dec 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

When should I buy Istanbul to Seoul tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Istanbul to Seoul?

What's the best month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul?

Can I fly direct from Istanbul to Seoul?

How many hours is the flight from Istanbul to Seoul?

Are non-stop flights from Istanbul to Seoul worth the extra cost?

Related routes

More routes from Istanbul

Flights to Seoul from other cities

Istanbul to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Seoul

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Seoul

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

Direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Seoul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

Istanbul - Seoul route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

February is historically cheapest at $512

Direct flights average 9h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

Korean Air offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seoul

Best Elite deals to Seoul

Dec 17

Dec 07

Feb 24

Dec 10

Nov 23

Nov 23

Nov 23

Nov 23

Dec 07

Dec 07

Dec 12

Dec 12

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

When should I buy Istanbul to Seoul tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Istanbul to Seoul?

What's the best month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul?