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Cheap flights from Seoul to Istanbul from £161

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23:45 - 18:45ICN-IST
25h 00m1 stop
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19:50 - 21:55IST-ICN
20h 05m1 stop
£324Etihad Airways
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Mo, 24 Nov - Do, 4 Dez
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23:45 - 12:55ICN-IST
19h 10m1 stop
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14:00 - 10:45IST-ICN
14h 45m1 stop
£337Etihad Airways
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Mo, 2 Feb - Di, 10 Feb
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17:50 - 12:55ICN-IST
25h 05m1 stop
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14:00 - 21:55IST-ICN
25h 55m1 stop
£338Etihad Airways
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Mi, 4 Feb - Di, 3 Mrz
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23:45 - 12:55ICN-IST
19h 10m1 stop
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14:00 - 10:45IST-ICN
14h 45m1 stop
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Mi, 18 Feb - Di, 24 Feb
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00:10 - 05:55ICN-IST
11h 45mdirect
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02:15 - 18:20IST-ICN
10h 05mdirect
£340Turkish Airlines
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Mo, 5 Jan - Mo, 12 Jan
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17:50 - 12:55ICN-IST
25h 05m1 stop
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14:00 - 21:55IST-ICN
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Do, 26 Feb - Di, 3 Mrz
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10:45 - 16:40ICN-IST
11h 55mdirect
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17:10 - 09:05IST-ICN
9h 55mdirect
£341Turkish Airlines
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Mi, 25 Feb - So, 1 Mrz
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10:45 - 16:40ICN-IST
11h 55mdirect
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17:10 - 09:05IST-ICN
9h 55mdirect
£342Turkish Airlines
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Mo, 5 Jan - Do, 8 Jan
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00:10 - 05:55ICN-IST
11h 45mdirect
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02:15 - 18:20IST-ICN
10h 05mdirect
£343Turkish Airlines
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Mi, 25 Feb - Mo, 2 Mrz
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10:45 - 16:40ICN-IST
11h 55mdirect
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17:10 - 09:05IST-ICN
9h 55mdirect
£343Turkish Airlines
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Etihad Airways flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Seoul to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Etihad Airways
24 Nov
ICN23:45Incheon Intl
25h 00m
1 stop
IST18:45Istanbul
4 Dec
IST19:50Istanbul
20h 05m
1 stop
ICN21:55Incheon Intl
£324
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Etihad Airways
24 Nov
ICN17:50Incheon Intl
30h 55m
1 stop
IST18:45Istanbul
4 Dec
IST19:50Istanbul
20h 05m
1 stop
ICN21:55Incheon Intl
£325
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Etihad Airways
19 Nov
ICN17:50Incheon Intl
30h 55m
1 stop
IST18:45Istanbul
27 Nov
IST07:30Istanbul
32h 25m
1 stop
ICN21:55Incheon Intl
£337
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Turkish Airlines flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on Seoul to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
5 Jan
ICN00:10Incheon Intl
11h 45m
IST05:55Istanbul
13 Jan
IST17:10Istanbul
9h 55m
ICN09:05Incheon Intl
£340
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Turkish Airlines
24 Nov
ICN10:45Incheon Intl
11h 55m
IST16:40Istanbul
5 Dec
IST17:10Istanbul
9h 55m
ICN09:05Incheon Intl
£340
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Turkish Airlines
1 Dec
ICN10:45Incheon Intl
11h 55m
IST16:40Istanbul
4 Dec
IST02:15Istanbul
10h 05m
ICN18:20Incheon Intl
£341
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport 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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 13 November 2025.
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Incheon Intl

Mo 24/11

23:45-18:45

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Do 4/12

19:50-21:55

1 stop20h 05m

£324

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mo 2/2

23:45-12:55

1 stop19h 10m

Istanbul

Di 10/2

14:00-10:45

1 stop14h 45m

£337

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mi 4/2

17:50-12:55

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Di 3/3

14:00-21:55

1 stop25h 55m

£338

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mi 18/2

23:45-12:55

1 stop19h 10m

Istanbul

Di 24/2

14:00-10:45

1 stop14h 45m

£339

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mo 5/1

00:10-05:55

Nonstop11h 45m

Istanbul

Mo 12/1

02:15-18:20

Nonstop10h 05m

£340

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Do 26/2

17:50-12:55

1 stop25h 05m

Istanbul

Di 3/3

14:00-21:55

1 stop25h 55m

£340

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mi 25/2

10:45-16:40

Nonstop11h 55m

Istanbul

So 1/3

17:10-09:05

Nonstop9h 55m

£341

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mo 5/1

10:45-16:40

Nonstop11h 55m

Istanbul

Do 8/1

17:10-09:05

Nonstop9h 55m

£342

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mi 25/2

00:10-05:55

Nonstop11h 45m

Istanbul

Mo 2/3

02:15-18:20

Nonstop10h 05m

£343

IncheonIstanbul

ICN - IST

ICNIST

Incheon Intl

Mo 19/1

10:45-16:40

Nonstop11h 55m

Istanbul

Fr 23/1

17:10-09:05

Nonstop9h 55m

£343

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £458. If you are unable to visit Istanbul Airport during the month of June, then departing from Seoul during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £469.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Seoul to Istanbul Airport is on a Friday. Travellers who choose to depart for Istanbul Airport on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as £533. The most expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around £932.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Flying to Istanbul Airport from Seoul in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £449 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are £895 on average. Flights to Istanbul Airport from Seoul in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Seoul to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Seoul when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around £512 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Seoul for as low as £426 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Seoul to Istanbul flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Seoul to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Seoul to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Seoul to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 32% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Seoul to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Seoul to Istanbul Airport (SEL to IST) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£1,656

Fastest flight time

11h 30m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Seoul in the past 72 hours is £1,656. The best return flight deal from Seoul to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £737.
The fastest flight from Seoul to Istanbul Airport takes 11h 30m
Direct flights go from Seoul to Istanbul Airport every day.
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  • How far is Seoul to Istanbul by plane?

    Seoul and Istanbul are 4939.7 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 11h 45m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

    Prices for flights from Seoul to Istanbul Airport were last updated today.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Seoul to Istanbul Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Seoul to Istanbul Airport?

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Can I find flights from Seoul to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Seoul to Istanbul flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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