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$232+ Cheap flights from Seoul (SEL) 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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEL — IST
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seoul to Istanbul are usually found in June or January, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seoul to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 12/222:20 pmICN - IST
2 stops22h 40mChina Eastern
Tue 1/611:00 amIST - ICN
2 stops20h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/29$418
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/191:20 pmICN - IST
1 stop31h 10mMIAT Mongolian
Sun 11/234:20 pmIST - ICN
1 stop13h 45mMIAT Mongolian
Deal found 10/30$451
This Asiana Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Asiana Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/129:35 amICN - IST
Nonstop12h 10mAsiana Airlines
Tue 12/165:20 pmIST - ICN
Nonstop10h 15mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 10/30$482
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1411:40 amICN - IST
2 stops52h 40mAir Astana
Sun 12/2110:20 pmIST - ICN
1 stop29h 35mAir Astana
Deal found 10/30$502
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 11/2311:45 pmICN - IST
1 stop19h 10mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/307:30 amIST - ICN
1 stop21h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/30$523
This Air Astana deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Air Astana is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1411:40 amICN - IST
1 stop15h 40mAir Astana
Fri 11/285:10 pmIST - ICN
2 stops34h 45mAir Astana
Deal found 10/29$530
This Air Astana deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Air Astana is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1311:40 amICN - IST
2 stops34h 30mAir Astana
Tue 11/1811:20 amIST - ICN
2 stops16h 35mAir Astana
Deal found 10/30$532
This Air Astana deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Air Astana is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1011:40 amICN - IST
1 stop15h 40mAir Astana
Fri 11/285:10 pmIST - ICN
2 stops34h 45mAir Astana
Deal found 10/30$533
This Air Astana deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Air Astana is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2211:40 amICN - IST
2 stops28h 40mAir Astana
Tue 1/610:25 pmIST - ICN
1 stop26h 25mAir Astana
Deal found 10/29$535
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 12/221:30 pmGMP - IST
1 stop23h 10mChina Southern
Tue 1/63:20 pmIST - GMP
1 stop15h 05mChina Southern
Deal found 10/30$572
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/142:25 pmGMP - IST
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/215:05 pmIST - GMP
1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$994

Cheap flight deals from Seoul to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seoul (SEL) 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$418
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$232
(Trip.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$924

Good round-trip deal

$384 or less

Good one-way deal

$903 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Seoul 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Thu 2/12

11:40 am-4:10 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 2/17

11:20 am-9:55 am

2 stops16h 35m

$533

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Fri 12/26

11:40 am-9:20 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 1/4

10:20 pm-9:55 am

1 stop29h 35m

$534

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Fri 11/14

11:45 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 11/18

7:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$538

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Thu 2/12

11:40 am-4:10 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 2/22

10:20 pm-9:55 am

1 stop29h 35m

$540

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Wed 2/11

11:40 am-9:25 pm

2 stops39h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 2/22

10:20 pm-9:55 am

1 stop29h 35m

$543

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Fri 2/13

11:40 am-9:25 pm

2 stops39h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 2/21

10:25 pm-9:55 am

2 stops53h 30m

$545

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Wed 2/18

5:50 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 2/24

2:00 pm-10:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

$561

SeoulIstanbul

GMP - IST

GMPIST

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 12/22

1:30 pm-6:40 am

1 stop23h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 1/6

3:20 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$572

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Sat 2/14

11:55 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 2/19

4:20 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$598

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Thu 11/13

11:40 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 11/17

1:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop34h 15m

$621

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Compare providers for flights from Seoul 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 Seoul to Istanbul in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Seoul-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Seoul-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seoul-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seoul-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Seoul-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Seoul to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Seoul with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seoul to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Istanbul Airport (average of $382). Flying from Seoul to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $518). 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 SEL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Seoul 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 October 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Seoul to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 45% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seoul to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Seoul 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 October 30, 2025.

The most flights from SEL to IST are scheduled on a Friday (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 Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

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

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

Shanghai (PVG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 83% of 1-stop itineraries from Seoul to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

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

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Seoul 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 Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

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

Flights via Shanghai (PVG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 20h 58m.

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

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

Flights via Shanghai (PVG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 5h 30m.

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 October 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Asiana Airlines, Emirates, and Etihad Airways from Seoul to Istanbul Airport have to say. 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
484 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,394 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,284 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,033 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
174 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very good
484 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yony,Sep 2025

MNL - ICN

Clean airplanes, crew very helpful and plane was on time. I did not like the food choices.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seoul 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 Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Seoul to Istanbul Airport in 19h 10m. Fly via Air Astana, Etihad Airways, or China Southern to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 4921 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on China Eastern is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at $392. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Etihad Airways and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $539 and $545, respectively. China Eastern is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Seoul to Istanbul Airport on time: Korean Air (69%), Asiana Airlines (52%), Turkish Airlines (39%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $383. While the most popular route (Incheon Intl - Istanbul) can be booked for $405 on average, our data indicates $995 when flying from Seoul to Istanbul Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Seoul 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 Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seoul to Istanbul Airport (average of $382). Flying from Seoul to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $518). 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 7 airlines flying from Seoul to Istanbul

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Seoul 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$392Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$539Average$926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$545Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Korean AirCheapest$573Average$770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$617Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$676Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Uzbekistan AirwaysCheapest$860Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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