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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul from £256

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SEL
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Istanbul to Seoul are usually found in January or May, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Seoul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Seoul (SEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£371

One-way from

£256

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£404
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 9/1-14/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • Istanbul to Seoul
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 18/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 25m total
  • Istanbul to Seoul
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Seoul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Seoul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Wed 25/1215:30IST - ICN
1 stop16h 00mSichuan Airlines
Tue 31/1214:30ICN - IST
1 stop22h 20mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 17/12£475
Tue 24/1203:10IST - ICN
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 31/1214:30ICN - IST
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£477
Wed 25/1207:35IST - ICN
1 stop21h 40mEtihad Airways
Mon 30/1200:20ICN - IST
1 stop36h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12£568
Tue 24/1221:40IST - GMP
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/113:30GMP - IST
1 stop23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12£605
Fri 27/1212:30IST - ICN
1 stop14h 10mUzbekistan Airways
Wed 12/210:00ICN - IST
1 stop16h 10mUzbekistan Airways
Deal found 18/12£607
Tue 24/1215:50IST - ICN
1 stop24h 25mChina Southern
Fri 3/109:25ICN - IST
1 stop27h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 17/12£621
Sun 29/1210:35IST - ICN
1 stop24h 40mQatar Airways
Mon 10/200:20ICN - IST
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/12£628
Thu 26/1217:55IST - ICN
1 stop17h 00mKLM
Wed 12/212:15ICN - IST
2 stops34h 40mKLM
Deal found 18/12£645
Thu 26/1222:25IST - ICN
2 stops29h 50mAir Astana
Fri 3/111:40ICN - IST
1 stop15h 40mAir Astana
Deal found 17/12£651
Fri 27/1217:20IST - ICN
Nonstop10h 15mAsiana Airlines
Sat 15/209:35ICN - IST
Nonstop12h 05mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 18/12£660
Tue 24/1215:50IST - GMP
1 stop14h 35mChina Southern
Fri 3/113:30GMP - IST
1 stop23h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 17/12£710
Wed 25/1221:45IST - ICN
Nonstop10h 10mKorean Air
Wed 12/213:55ICN - IST
Nonstop12h 20mKorean Air
Deal found 18/12£716

Find flights from Istanbul to Seoul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Seoul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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IstanbulIncheon

IST - ICN

ISTICN

Istanbul

Thu 9/1

15:50-22:15

1 stop24h 25m

Incheon Intl

Tue 14/1

16:15-07:10

1 stop20h 55m

£371

IstanbulIncheon

IST - ICN

ISTICN

Istanbul

Sun 18/5

14:10-12:50

1 stop16h 40m

Incheon Intl

Mon 26/5

14:20-12:25

1 stop28h 05m

£413

IstanbulSeoul

IST - GMP

ISTGMP

Istanbul

Thu 27/3

15:50-12:25

1 stop14h 35m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 31/3

13:00-06:10

1 stop23h 10m

£448

IstanbulIncheon

IST - ICN

ISTICN

Istanbul

Sun 18/5

12:00-21:40

2 stops27h 40m

Incheon Intl

Mon 26/5

09:25-06:10

1 stop26h 45m

£480

IstanbulIncheon

IST - ICN

ISTICN

Istanbul

Wed 22/1

14:25-11:15

1 stop14h 50m

Incheon Intl

Fri 31/1

00:20-13:20

1 stop19h 00m

£580

IstanbulIncheon

IST - ICN

ISTICN

Istanbul

Sun 30/3

21:55-09:40

1 stop29h 45m

Incheon Intl

Sun 6/4

11:10-20:55

1 stop15h 45m

£588

IstanbulIncheon

IST - ICN

ISTICN

Istanbul

Tue 22/4

12:30-08:25

1 stop13h 55m

Incheon Intl

Fri 2/5

10:10-20:10

1 stop16h 00m

£597

IstanbulIncheon

IST - ICN

ISTICN

Istanbul

Thu 27/3

13:50-10:00

1 stop14h 10m

Incheon Intl

Tue 1/4

01:20-18:35

1 stop23h 15m

£623

IstanbulIncheon

IST - ICN

ISTICN

Istanbul

Wed 19/3

17:20-09:35

Nonstop10h 15m

Incheon Intl

Wed 26/3

09:35-15:40

Nonstop12h 05m

£638

IstanbulIncheon

IST - ICN

ISTICN

Istanbul

Thu 16/1

17:55-16:55

1 stop17h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 5/2

12:15-16:55

2 stops34h 40m

£639

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Seoul

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul to Seoul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Seoul. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul is 86 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul (average of £676). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Seoul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,029). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to SEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Seoul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 55% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Istanbul Airport to Seoul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Istanbul to Seoul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul Airport to Seoul flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Seoul

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Seoul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

The most flights from IST to SEL are scheduled on a Friday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Seoul by month

Plan your trip to Seoul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seoul ranges from 27.0 - 253.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 253.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit Seoul when rainfall is around 27.0 mm.

Temperature in Seoul by month

Plan your trip to Seoul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seoul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Seoul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seoul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Seoul. Reviews last updated 18 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Southern, Etihad Airways and Air Astana from Istanbul to Seoul. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
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Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
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Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,018 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
477 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
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Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Garuda Indonesia
8.0
Very Good
82 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
839 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Seoul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Seoul round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Istanbul Airport to Seoul is China Southern. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £371 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are MIAT Mongolian and Etihad Airways, starting at £413 and £580 round-trip. Users have found that China Southern is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Seoul one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul are China Southern (£256), MIAT Mongolian (£262), and Thai Airways (£309).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Seoul?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul consider choosing Korean Air (86%), Asiana Airlines (55%) or Turkish Airlines (42%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul?

    On average you can expect to pay £771 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul. The cheapest flight overall is £540 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Incheon Intl) is currently priced at £543.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Istanbul Airport to Seoul?

    Istanbul Airport to Seoul flights have a stopover in Beijing most of the time. Beijing is followed by Ulaanbaatar in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul. Guangzhou ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Istanbul Airport to Seoul flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Beijing?

    Most Beijing visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Summer Palace, Forbidden City, and Bell and Drum Towers. Summer Palace, Forbidden City, and Bell and Drum Towers can be visited by traveling about 34.6 mi, 28.1 mi, and 29.8 mi respectively from Beijing Daxing Intl.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Guangzhou?

    Baima Clothing Wholesale Market, Yide Lu, and Guangzhou Zoo are currently the most popular points of interest in Guangzhou. Baima Clothing Wholesale Market, Yide Lu, and Guangzhou Zoo can be visited by travelling about 17.3 mi, 19.5 mi, and 17.2 mi respectively from Guangzhou Baiyun.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Istanbul Airport to Seoul flights?

    Of the flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Shanghai. Abu Dhabi sees the next fewest stopovers on Istanbul Airport to Seoul flights. Riyadh comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Istanbul Airport to Seoul flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Seoul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Seoul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Seoul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Seoul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul (average of £676). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Seoul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £1,029). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Istanbul to Seoul

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China SouthernCheapest£359Average£369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SAUDIACheapest£377Average£435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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MIAT MongolianCheapest£436Average£442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest£515Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Uzbekistan AirwaysCheapest£573Average£691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest£583Average£658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Korean AirCheapest£705Average£778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£775Average£895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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