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$221+ 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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ICN — IST
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$488
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$221
(FlightHub)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$678

Good round-trip deal

$987 or less

Good one-way deal

$666 or less
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Cheapest flights from Incheon Intl to Istanbul
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 April 29, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 6/2812:55 pmICN - IST
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/122:00 pmIST - ICN
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$488
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 6/284:35 pmICN - IST
1 stop21h 25mChina Eastern
Sun 7/62:00 pmIST - ICN
1 stop18h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/29$489
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/212:50 pmICN - IST
1 stop21h 40mSichuan Airlines
Fri 6/273:40 pmIST - ICN
1 stop15h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/28$499
This MIAT Mongolian deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 10/132:20 pmICN - IST
1 stop28h 05mMIAT Mongolian
Tue 10/212:10 pmIST - ICN
1 stop16h 40mMIAT Mongolian
Deal found 4/28$525
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 7/29:25 amICN - IST
1 stop26h 35mChina Southern
Mon 7/74:00 pmIST - ICN
1 stop23h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 4/28$539
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/2510:45 pmICN - IST
1 stop28h 50mEmirates
Tue 7/157:25 pmIST - ICN
1 stop17h 25mEmirates
Deal found 4/28$551
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 7/21:35 amICN - IST
1 stop17h 30mEtihad Airways
Thu 7/107:30 amIST - ICN
1 stop32h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/28$599
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:15 pmICN - IST
2 stops34h 40mKLM
Thu 12/115:10 amIST - ICN
2 stops29h 45mKLM
Deal found 4/29$687
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2011:10 amICN - IST
1 stop15h 45mAir Astana
Sat 6/289:55 pmIST - ICN
2 stops25h 35mAir Astana
Deal found 4/28$721

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 April 29, 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

Fly to

Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Sat 6/28

12:55 pm-8:00 am

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 7/12

2:00 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$488

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Sat 6/28

4:35 pm-8:00 am

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

2:00 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$489

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Sat 6/21

2:50 pm-6:30 am

1 stop21h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 6/27

3:40 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$499

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mon 10/13

2:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 10/21

2:10 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$525

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Wed 7/2

9:25 am-6:00 am

1 stop26h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 7/7

4:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$539

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Wed 6/25

10:45 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 7/14

2:10 am-6:50 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$551

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Wed 7/2

1:35 am-1:05 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 7/10

7:30 am-10:05 pm

1 stop32h 35m

$599

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Fri 6/20

11:10 am-8:55 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 6/28

9:55 pm-5:30 am

2 stops25h 35m

$721

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mon 5/19

12:55 pm-8:00 am

1 stop25h 05m

$221

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Sat 6/28

2:50 pm-6:30 am

1 stop21h 40m

$278

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Compare providers for flights from Incheon Intl to Istanbul

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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Incheon Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >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 Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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.

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

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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.

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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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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 April 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 27 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 $1,423). 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 April 29, 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 March 30, 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 April 29, 2025.

The most flights from ICN to IST are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Emirates from Seoul to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
442 reviews

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Ramón,Feb 2025

ICN - SGN

The same as my experience from NYC to Incheon, just 1 EVER LASTING LONG LINE. No group calling out anything, just telling everyone to line up.

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.

  • 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 $489. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Sichuan Airlines and MIAT Mongolian, with the lowest prices starting at $499 and $525, respectively. These flights start at 25% 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 $221 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sichuan Airlines from $278 and Etihad Airways from $287 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 (89%), Turkish Airlines (80%) and Asiana Airlines (73%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Incheon Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is $402. On average you can expect to pay $855. The most popular route, (Incheon Intl - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,433.

  • 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 $1,423). 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 9 airlines flying from Incheon Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 9 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$363Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
MIAT MongolianCheapest$492Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$523Average$682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$549Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$572Average$834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$594Average$799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$617Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Korean AirCheapest$675Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Uzbekistan AirwaysCheapest$734Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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