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$311+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Seoul (SEL)

IST — SEL
Dec 5 — Dec 121
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Seoul are usually found in June or January, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Seoul

Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Tue 11/173:50 pm -
1 stop24h 20m
Wed 11/259:25 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Deal found 11/4$463
Thu 11/193:50 pm -
1 stop24h 20m
Thu 12/39:10 am -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 11/4$477
Tue 11/1711:45 pm -
2 stops35h 20m
Fri 11/279:25 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Deal found 11/4$489
Tue 11/173:50 pm -
1 stop14h 35m
Wed 11/251:30 pm -
1 stop23h 10m
Deal found 11/4$490
Thu 12/33:50 pm -
1 stop14h 35m
Mon 12/141:30 pm -
1 stop23h 10m
Deal found 11/2$502
Mon 11/302:25 pm -
1 stop25h 25m
Mon 12/79:25 am -
1 stop27h 15m
Deal found 11/2$502
Mon 11/301:35 pm -
1 stop21h 50m
Mon 12/712:00 pm -
2 stops25h 00m
Deal found 11/2$557
Fri 12/112:10 pm -
1 stop23h 40m
Sun 12/2712:00 pm -
1 stop26h 10m
Deal found 11/3$572
Fri 12/112:10 pm -
1 stop15h 45m
Sun 12/278:55 am -
1 stop29h 15m
Deal found 11/3$572
Mon 11/1610:50 pm -
1 stop23h 40m
Thu 11/268:20 pm -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 11/4$588
Tue 11/101:50 pm -
1 stop22h 20m
Tue 11/1712:15 am -
1 stop18h 05m
Deal found 11/5$606
Sun 12/62:25 pm -
1 stop25h 25m
Thu 12/109:10 am -
1 stop28h 00m
Deal found 11/2$609

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Seoul

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$463
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$311
(Jetabroad)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$829

Good round-trip deal

$985 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,332 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Istanbul-Seoul (SEL) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Istanbul-Seoul (SEL) flights.
From Istanbul to Seoul (SEL)
One-way flight from Istanbul to Seoul (SEL)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($104 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Seoul (SEL).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Istanbul to Seoul (SEL).

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Cheapest round-trip

IstanbulSeoul

IST Istanbul - GMP Seoul Gimpo Intl

ISTGMP

Istanbul

Sat 2/27

3:50 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$419

IstanbulSeoul

IST Istanbul - GMP Seoul Gimpo Intl

ISTGMP

Istanbul

Thu 12/3

3:50 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Mon 12/14

1:30 pm-6:40 am

1 stop23h 10m

$502

IstanbulSeoul

IST Istanbul - GMP Seoul Gimpo Intl

ISTGMP

Istanbul

Fri 11/27

1:35 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop24h 15m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$506

IstanbulSeoul

IST Istanbul - GMP Seoul Gimpo Intl

ISTGMP

Istanbul

Sat 11/14

10:25 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$549

IstanbulIncheon

IST Istanbul - ICN Incheon Intl

ISTICN

Istanbul

Mon 1/11

10:20 pm-6:50 am

2 stops50h 30m

Incheon Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$587

IstanbulSeoul

IST Istanbul - GMP Seoul Gimpo Intl

ISTGMP

Istanbul

Sat 2/20

5:05 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$592

IstanbulSeoul

IST Istanbul - GMP Seoul Gimpo Intl

ISTGMP

Istanbul

Fri 1/22

2:55 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$618

IstanbulSeoul

IST Istanbul - GMP Seoul Gimpo Intl

ISTGMP

Istanbul

Sun 12/27

2:55 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$618

IstanbulSeoul

IST Istanbul - GMP Seoul Gimpo Intl

ISTGMP

Istanbul

Sat 11/14

3:50 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Seoul Gimpo Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$649

IstanbulIncheon

IST Istanbul - ICN Incheon Intl

ISTICN

Istanbul

Sun 11/22

7:30 pm-6:30 am

2 stops53h 00m

Incheon Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$667

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Seoul

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Seoul in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 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 Istanbul Airport-Seoul flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Seoul flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Seoul flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Seoul flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Istanbul Airport-Seoul 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 Istanbul to Seoul

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul (average of $559). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Seoul in November is currently the most expensive (average of $815). 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?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Seoul

The most flights from IST to SEL are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Istanbul Airport to Seoul flights typically cost between $575 and $1,065 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $463 on China Southern (Nov 17-Nov 25).

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

Guangzhou (CAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Istanbul Airport to Seoul on Cheapflights.

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

Guangzhou (CAN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $519.

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

Flights via Shymkent (CIT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 14h 25m.

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

Flights via Shymkent (CIT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 00m.

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

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Seoul

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul Airport to Seoul, such as Asiana Airlines,China Southern, andAir China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

Boarding

8.3

Food

8.0

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

SFO - ICN

Crew does their job without pleasantness. Could be cultural. Chinese airlines are the same. Our connecting flight to Bangkok on an Airbus A321 was miserable in economy. No leg room, again awful food.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul?

    There are many flights that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Seoul in 14h 35m. Fly via China Southern, Qatar Airways, or Air China to get the fastest option. The distance from Istanbul Airport to Seoul is about 4931 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, China Southern ($519), Air China ($520), and Asiana Airlines ($791) offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Seoul. China Southern is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Centrum Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $266. However, be on the lookout for offers from MIAT Mongolian and SCAT Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Seoul for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Seoul from Istanbul Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Korean Air (93%), Asiana Airlines (50%), Turkish Airlines( 37%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $862. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Incheon Intl) can be booked for $698 on average, our data indicates $1,233 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Seoul.

  • 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 vacation 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Seoul (average of $559). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Seoul in November is currently the most expensive (average of $815). 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 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Seoul

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$519Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air ChinaCheapest$520Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Asiana AirlinesCheapest$791Average$895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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