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$227+ Cheap flights from Incheon Intl (ICN) to Istanbul (IST)

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ICN — IST
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Cheap 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 julio 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$458
(MIAT Mongolian)

One-way from

$227
(Booking.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$724

Good round-trip deal

$872 or less

Good one-way deal

$724 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Incheon Intl to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 31, 2025.

This MIAT Mongolian deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 MIAT Mongolian is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/1312:05 amICN - IST
1 stop18h 20mMIAT Mongolian
mar. 10/212:10 pmIST - ICN
1 stop16h 40mMIAT Mongolian
Deal found 7/31$458
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
dom. 11/92:50 pmICN - IST
1 stop22h 20mChina Southern
vie. 11/213:55 pmIST - ICN
1 stop22h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 7/31$478
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
lun. 9/86:25 pmICN - IST
1 stop19h 35mChina Eastern
mar. 9/162:00 pmIST - ICN
1 stop19h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/30$490
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/312:50 amICN - IST
1 stop18h 05mEtihad Airways
mié. 12/102:00 pmIST - ICN
1 stop14h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/30$528
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
lun. 9/1510:45 pmICN - IST
1 stop24h 40mEmirates
mié. 9/172:10 amIST - ICN
1 stop34h 40mEmirates
Deal found 7/31$545

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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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Depart

Return

Price

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

sáb. 9/13

12:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Istanbul

mar. 10/21

2:10 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$458

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

dom. 11/9

2:50 pm-7:10 am

1 stop22h 20m

Istanbul

vie. 11/21

3:55 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$478

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

lun. 9/8

6:25 pm-8:00 am

1 stop19h 35m

Istanbul

mar. 9/16

2:00 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$490

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

mié. 12/3

12:50 am-12:55 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Istanbul

mié. 12/10

2:00 pm-10:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

$528

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

lun. 9/15

10:45 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Istanbul

mié. 9/17

2:10 am-6:50 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$545

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

mié. 11/12

9:25 am-6:40 am

1 stop27h 15m

$227

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

mié. 9/24

12:05 am-12:25 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$250

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

mié. 9/24

1:35 am-1:05 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$282

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

jue. 10/23

1:20 am-6:35 pm

1 stop23h 15m

$311

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

dom. 10/26

2:30 pm-8:10 am

1 stop23h 40m

$321

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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”.

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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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Best time to book a flight from Incheon Intl to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Incheon Intl with our price prediction graph.
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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 July 25, 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 79 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 julio 31, 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 47% 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 July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday 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 Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Incheon Intl to Istanbul. 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 julio 31, 2025.

The most flights from ICN to IST are scheduled on a Wednesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Ulaanbaatar (UBN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 48% of 1-stop itineraries from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Chengdu (TFU) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $379.

What’s the fastest layover option from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 18h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 45m.

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 julio 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, China Southern, and Qatar 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,230 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
158 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,300 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on MIAT Mongolian is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at $458. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by China Southern and China Eastern, with the lowest prices starting at $478 and $490, respectively. These flights start at 32% 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 $227 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include MIAT Mongolian from $250 and Etihad Airways from $282 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 (91%), Asiana Airlines (76%) and Turkish Airlines (57%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is $623. On average you can expect to pay $1,964. The most popular route, (Incheon Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $845.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 Incheon Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 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 julio 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$393Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
MIAT MongolianCheapest$513Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$539Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$545Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$594Average$844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$617Average$837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Korean AirCheapest$675Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Uzbekistan AirwaysCheapest$734Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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