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 flights. Historically, approximately 5.4% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience 2 stopovers on average.

How many hours is the flight from Istanbul to Seoul?

The direct flight from Istanbul to Seoul typically takes about 9 hours and 50 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to approximately 18 hours and 15 minutes. The route covers an aerial distance of 7923 kilometers.

How often do Istanbul to Seoul flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Istanbul to Seoul route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. Monitoring prices regularly can be beneficial for this particular route.

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Istanbul to Seoul: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Flights from Istanbul to Seoul cover a substantial distance of 7923 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. For travelers considering this journey, fares typically range from $973–$1446, with a median price of $1205. Right now, prices are near the typical level for this route, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Istanbul to Seoul.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seoul, you will find that February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $486. Following February, December also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $677. April is another cost-effective option, showing a median fare of $690.

Most itineraries for this route are connecting flights, with only 5.4% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make at least two stops on your journey.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Seoul, including connections, takes approximately 37h 40m. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the prevalence of connecting itineraries, which often involve multiple stopovers.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Seoul

Regular price: $530 - $963

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

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Seoul is typically between $530 and $963. The current lowest deal is $470 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Dec 2-Dec 10.

now $470

Low $530

High $963

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. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1292. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $486

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,292

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

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

China Eastern Airlines

$617

$606

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkish Airlines

$653

$1,411

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkish Airlines

$646

$1,429

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Nantucket Airlines

$611

$793

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkish Airlines

$648

$1,014

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkish Airlines

$686

$1,014

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 25

$947 → $686

28%

5 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 22

$944 → $732

22%

13 nights

Nov 17 - Nov 30

$698 → $497

29%

4 nights

Nov 24 - Nov 28

$750 → $571

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

Istanbul - Seoul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Istanbul to Seoul are near the typical level, with a median price of $1205.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight with connecting service

Flights from Istanbul to Seoul are typically long-haul, with a median duration of 37h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Connecting flights make up 94.6% of recent routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Korean Air offers direct flights on this route

Korean Air is one airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Seoul appear frequently, with a current deal at $470.

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 or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$472

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport is a major hub for flights to Seoul, offering convenient access to the city.

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

💸 Flights from ~$471

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Cheongju International (CJJ)

Cheongju International is a useful alternative for regional international routes, especially for low-cost carriers.

📍 ~110 km from Seoul (reachable by bus and rail)

💸 Flights from ~$763

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Seoul, South Korea

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Seoul, South Korea

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Seoul, South Korea

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Seoul, South Korea

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Mar 02

Seoul, South Korea

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$2,586

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Seoul, South Korea

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Mar 02

Seoul, South Korea

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$2,544

$1,736

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From IST

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Nov 17

Seoul, South Korea

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$2,420

$1,774

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Air France

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seoul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Istanbul to Seoul is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been around $1035. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, with tickets purchased 60+ days out averaging $1396. Similarly, last-minute bookings within 0-6 days of departure also see an increase, with an average price of $1275.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Seoul has historically been considered to be $973 or less. The median price for this route has been $1205. Prices above $1446 typically fall into the higher end of the spectrum for this route.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul, with a median price of $486. Other historically inexpensive months include December, with a median price of $677, and April, with a median of $690. The annual median price for this route is $1205, indicating significant potential savings during these months.

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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: $530 - $963

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

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Seoul is typically between $530 and $963. The current lowest deal is $470 with China Southern Airlines for travel from Dec 2-Dec 10.

now $470

Low $530

High $963

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

February

Cheapest

Flights from $486

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,292

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

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

China Eastern Airlines

$617

$606

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkish Airlines

$653

$1,411

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkish Airlines

$646

$1,429

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Nantucket Airlines

$611

$793

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkish Airlines

$648

$1,014

One-way

Sun, Sep 20

⌛ Last-Minute

IST - Seoul

Istanbul (IST) - Seoul (ICN)

Turkish Airlines

$686

$1,014

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 25

$947 → $686

28%

5 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 22

$944 → $732

22%

13 nights

Nov 17 - Nov 30

$698 → $497

29%

4 nights

Nov 24 - Nov 28

$750 → $571

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

Istanbul - Seoul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Istanbul to Seoul are near the typical level, with a median price of $1205.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight with connecting service

Flights from Istanbul to Seoul are typically long-haul, with a median duration of 37h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Connecting flights make up 94.6% of recent routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Korean Air offers direct flights on this route

Korean Air is one airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Istanbul to Seoul appear frequently, with a current deal at $470.

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 or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$472

Seoul main airports to arrive at

Incheon International (ICN)

Cheapest

Incheon International Airport is a major hub for flights to Seoul, offering convenient access to the city.

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

💸 Flights from ~$471

Airports nearby Seoul used as alternative

Cheongju International (CJJ)

Cheongju International is a useful alternative for regional international routes, especially for low-cost carriers.

Seoul, South Korea

92% AI deal score

$2,420

$1,774

Save $646

Air France

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 are near the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Expect a long-haul flight with connecting service

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Korean Air offers direct flights on this route

Deals appear frequently 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

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Jan 18

Mar 02

Jan 21

Jan 24

Jan 24

Jan 18

Mar 02

Mar 02

Dec 02

Mar 02

Nov 17

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?

How often do Istanbul to Seoul flight prices drop?

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 are near the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Expect a long-haul flight with connecting service

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Korean Air offers direct flights on this route

Deals appear frequently 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

Jan 18

Jan 18

Mar 02

Jan 21

Jan 24

Jan 24

Jan 18

Mar 02

Mar 02

Dec 02

Mar 02

Nov 17

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?