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$197+ Cheap flights from Incheon Intl (ICN) to Istanbul (IST)

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ICN — IST
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:25 pmICN - IST
1 stop19h 45mChina Eastern
Fri 1/21:35 pmIST - ICN
1 stop19h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/13$435
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/222:20 pmICN - IST
2 stops22h 40mChina Eastern
Tue 1/611:00 amIST - ICN
2 stops20h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/12$439
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2712:55 pmICN - IST
1 stop25h 15mChina Eastern
Fri 1/91:35 pmIST - ICN
1 stop19h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 12/13$481
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/284:15 pmICN - IST
1 stop20h 55mChina Southern
Tue 1/63:20 pmIST - ICN
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 12/13$528
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/254:15 pmICN - IST
1 stop20h 55mChina Southern
Tue 1/63:20 pmIST - ICN
1 stop24h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 12/13$579
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2910:20 pmICN - IST
1 stop22h 05mEmirates
Mon 1/1211:40 pmIST - ICN
1 stop36h 30mEmirates
Deal found 12/13$602
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:20 pmICN - IST
1 stop29h 35mEmirates
Tue 1/64:25 pmIST - ICN
1 stop19h 45mEmirates
Deal found 12/14$603
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2210:20 pmICN - IST
1 stop29h 35mEmirates
Tue 1/64:25 pmIST - ICN
1 stop19h 45mEmirates
Deal found 12/13$604

Find flight deals from Incheon Intl to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Incheon Intl (ICN) to Istanbul (IST). 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 December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$430
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$197
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$612

Good round-trip deal

$1,014 or less

Good one-way deal

$701 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Incheon Intl to Istanbul 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Incheon Intl

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Istanbul

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IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Sun 3/8

5:50 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 3/12

2:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$430

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/11

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 3/15

4:20 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$484

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mon 1/12

10:20 pm-12:55 am

1 stop32h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 1/19

11:40 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop36h 30m

$601

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mon 1/5

10:20 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 1/17

11:40 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop36h 30m

$637

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Sat 12/27

1:20 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop31h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 1/8

4:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$687

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Sat 12/27

11:40 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 1/7

11:40 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop36h 30m

$723

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Wed 3/11

1:55 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop12h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 3/16

9:45 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

$724

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Wed 1/28

1:55 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop12h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 2/6

9:45 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 10m

$724

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Thu 1/29

9:05 am-4:10 pm

2 stops37h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 2/7

2:00 pm-9:55 am

2 stops37h 55m

$732

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Thu 3/5

9:05 am-9:25 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 3/14

2:00 pm-9:55 am

2 stops37h 55m

$737

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Incheon Intl to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Incheon Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Incheon Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Incheon Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Incheon Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Incheon Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Incheon Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 32 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $379). Flying from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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 ICN to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Incheon Intl to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

When flying from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 48% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Incheon Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

The best insider tips for Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport trip
Airlines
Turkish Airlines

Business Class features fully reclining seats with direct aisle access and Ferragamo travel sets.


Economy passengers receive a travel set with sleep mask, ear plugs, and toiletries on flights over five hours.

Read more about Turkish AirlinesBy Jessica Macdonald
Korean Air

Enjoy lie-flat seats in Prestige class with a 75” pitch on Boeing 787, 777, and 747 models.


Economy class offers 33”-34” seat pitch, more spacious than many competitors like Delta’s 30”-31”.

Read more about Korean AirBy Yulia Denisyuk
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Expert on Korean Air

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Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Asiana Airlines, Emirates, and Etihad Airways from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,441 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,332 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,100 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
493 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - ICN

We wished that Asiana Airlines website should perform better by itself. Thanks to "Genfly" by Kayak that helped us get the tickets for us. Genfly also follow up with update flights schedule all the way. We gave Asiana Airlines "GOOD", and "Genfly" by Kayak "EXCELLENT" **** BTW...we will do it again nest time. Real passengers.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Airlines like Etihad Airways, MIAT Mongolian, and Emirates fly from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in about 20h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h. There are 4921 mi between Incheon Intl Airport and Istanbul Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at $391. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Asiana Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $465 and $486, respectively. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $182 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from $194 and MIAT Mongolian from $201 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport are Korean Air (80%), Asiana Airlines (64%) and Turkish Airlines (48%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is $566. On average you can expect to pay $1,343. The most popular route, (Incheon Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $486.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Incheon Intl to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Incheon Intl to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Incheon Intl to Istanbul 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 Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $379). Flying from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $516). 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 6 airlines flying from Incheon Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Incheon Intl to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$391Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$465Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$486Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$545Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Korean AirCheapest$573Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$617Average$935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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