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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 458 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Seoul.458 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 458 €, select.

Seoul.458 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 458 €, select.

Seoul.458 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 458 €, select.

Seoul.458 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 458 €, select.

Seoul.458 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 458 €, select.

Seoul.458 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Jul, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 458 €, select.

Seoul.458 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 458 €, select.

Seoul.458 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 458 €, select.

Seoul.497 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Fri, 18 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 497 €, select.

Seoul.531 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Fri, 23 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Gimpo International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 531 €, select.

Seoul.532 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Gimpo International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 532 €, select.

Seoul.532 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 22 Dec.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Gimpo International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Incheon International on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 532 €, select.

Seoul.533 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Gimpo International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 533 €, select.

Seoul.536 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Incheon International on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 536 €, select.

Seoul.537 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 537 €, select.

Seoul.538 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 538 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Alternative Istanbul to Seoul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Istanbul to Seoul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Gimpo International

17km from central Seoul

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from 567 €

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Incheon International

48km from central Seoul

Cheapest

from 458 €

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Istanbul to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	458 €
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	9 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	33

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Seoul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Seoul?

There are 2 airports in Seoul: Gimpo International and Incheon International.

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Seoul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Seoul is 458 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Seoul?

9 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Seoul.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Seoul?

Turkish Airlines, Asiana Airlines and Korean Air fly direct from Istanbul to Seoul.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Seoul?

As of July 2026, there are 99 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Seoul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Seoul?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Seoul is usually July.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Seoul?

If you're flying from Istanbul Airport, the cheapest airport near Seoul is Incheon International – which is 47.9 km away from the centre of Seoul. We've found flights into this airport from 458 €.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Seoul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Seoul on Sunday, 19 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul?

Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 55 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Istanbul Airport to Seoul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seoul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Seoul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Seoul?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seoul, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -8°C. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Seoul with?

Currently, Turkmenistan Airlines and Asiana Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Seoul.

Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Seoul: what you need to know

Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 45 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9. The city is six hours ahead of Istanbul, where Istanbul Airport is located.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most traveled route, with 19 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from IST to ICN is with Korean Air at 21:45. Go for the first departure with Turkish Airlines at 01:45 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your IST to Seoul flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Istanbul Airport to Seoul tickets are available for booking. Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) is where you'll arrive.
You'll have your pick of carriers operating direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul. Book your seat with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from IST to Seoul. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
- Dubai International Airport (DXB)
- Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
- Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 10 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near IST. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Seoul

The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Seoul flight is 255 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 458 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from IST to Seoul, reserve your trip five months before your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Istanbul Airport to Seoul tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IST to Seoul by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul.

Airports in Seoul

Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)

The distance from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Seoul Incheon International Airport around four weeks before your flight from IST to Seoul.

Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

Once your flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Seoul is roughly 16 kilometres from Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 35 minutes or so.
After stepping off your IST to Seoul flight, settle in at a hotel close to GMP. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at GMP can land you a better rate.

Best time to go to Seoul

December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul, while January is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Seoul based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Istanbul Airport to Seoul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from IST to Seoul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Seoul

Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Seoul itinerary.

Explore more of South Korea

Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
If there's time to check out another corner of South Korea, head for Daegu, about 241 kilometres southeast of Seoul. Alive Aquarium Daegu, Nature Park and Seonsa Historical Park are among its highlights.