IST - ICN

£223 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Istanbul to Incheon departing on 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to Incheon, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to Incheon, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£391
Typical prices: £539-£760
Multiple Airlines
Mon 29/12Sat 3/1
IST - ICN • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£737
Typical prices: £638-£841
Asiana Airlines
Tue 3/3Wed 3/6
IST - ICN • Direct
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Korean Air's Economy class includes meals and alcohol.
Expect lengthy waits at Istanbul's security checks.
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MIAT Mongolian
Cheapest • from £443 (return)
China Southern
Best reviews • 7.5 score
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 2% compared to booking last minute.
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October
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Incheon (IST-ICN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Istanbul to Incheon that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to Incheon

Mon, 29 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:10 - 15:15
IST
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ICN
19h 05m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:55 - 08:10
ICN
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IST
25h 15m1 stop
£391Multiple Airlines
Tue, 12 May - Wed, 20 May
MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:10 - 12:50
IST
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ICN
16h 40m1 stop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:20 - 12:25
ICN
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IST
28h 05m1 stop
£406MIAT Mongolian
Sun, 10 May - Mon, 18 May
MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:10 - 12:50
IST
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ICN
16h 40m1 stop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:20 - 12:25
ICN
-
IST
28h 05m1 stop
£413MIAT Mongolian
Mon, 16 Mar - Sun, 22 Mar
China Southern Logo
14:10 - 13:50
IST
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ICN
17h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
09:25 - 06:05
ICN
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IST
26h 40m1 stop
£415China Southern
Wed, 31 Dec - Mon, 5 Jan
China Southern Logo
14:10 - 21:50
IST
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ICN
25h 40m1 stop
China Southern Logo
09:25 - 06:40
ICN
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IST
27h 15m1 stop
£442China Southern
Thu, 9 Apr - Mon, 27 Apr
MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:10 - 12:50
IST
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ICN
16h 40m1 stop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:20 - 12:25
ICN
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IST
28h 05m1 stop
£443MIAT Mongolian
Sun, 5 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr
MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:10 - 12:50
IST
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ICN
16h 40m1 stop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:20 - 12:25
ICN
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IST
28h 05m1 stop
£444MIAT Mongolian
Sun, 1 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar
MIAT Mongolian Logo
16:20 - 12:05
IST
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ICN
13h 45m1 stop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
13:20 - 14:30
ICN
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IST
31h 10m1 stop
£447MIAT Mongolian
Sun, 1 Mar - Wed, 3 Jun
MIAT Mongolian Logo
16:20 - 12:05
IST
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ICN
13h 45m1 stop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:20 - 12:25
ICN
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IST
28h 05m1 stop
£450MIAT Mongolian
Tue, 30 Dec - Sat, 3 Jan
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15:20 - 22:15
IST
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ICN
24h 55m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:50 - 08:10
ICN
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IST
31h 20m2 stops
£466Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Incheon flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Incheon to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport departing in December.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Seoul Incheon Airport on a Thursday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to fly from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Wednesdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport is October, where tickets cost £506 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £721 and £639 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £431 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 2% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Incheon

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines' Business Class offers lie-flat seats, free Wi-Fi up to 1GB, and extensive meal service.


Turkish Airlines' stopover programme offers free city tours or hotel stays for long connections.

Korean Air

Korean Air's Prestige Class on 747-8 offers direct aisle access and high privacy partitions.


Korean Air's Economy class offers complimentary meals and alcohol, enhancing the long-haul experience.

Asiana Airlines

Asiana's Economy Smartium offers 4 inches extra legroom, priority boarding, and lounge access in Seoul.


Asiana's A380 top deck offers spacious economy seats with personal side lockers for extra space.

Airports
IST

Expect lengthy waits at security during busy times. Arrive early and wear comfortable shoes for the large terminal.

ICN

Use the AREX Express train for a quick 40-minute trip to Seoul Station from ICN.

Our travel experts
Gabriel Leigh

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Robert Schrader

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Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site, Leave Your Daily Hell, in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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John Walton

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John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight£223
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to Incheon

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Incheon based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport was £223 for a one-way ticket and £391 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

    On your way to Seoul Incheon Airport, you’ll fly out from Istanbul. You’ll be landing at Incheon Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

    There are direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Seoul Incheon Airport from Istanbul is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Seoul Incheon Airport with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Seoul Incheon Airport from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to Incheon Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Incheon Intl

Monday

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Friday

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Incheon Intl to Istanbul

Monday

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Friday

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Reviews of the top airline flying from Istanbul to Incheon

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Incheon. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Incheon? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
China SouthernOverall score based on 122 reviews
7.4Entertainment
8.3Crew
8.0Boarding
7.3Food
7.9Comfort
Airline reviews

In my return flight they couldn’t identify my ticket or boarding pass, I had to go to 3 different counters until I was able to get my boarding pass. The food was on, it was the bear minimum. They didn’t even recognise that I was a Muslim and can’t eat meat, chicken or pork. In one of the trays I believe they served me pork. The staff were very pleasant, but they need to be aware of their surroundings more carefully, one of them stuck her lower belly right into my face! I was shocked and very uncomfortable.

4.0 OkayHussain, Sept 2025
WUH - DXB
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In my return flight they couldn’t identify my ticket or boarding pass, I had to go to 3 different counters until I was able to get my boarding pass. The food was on, it was the bear minimum. They didn’t even recognise that I was a Muslim and can’t eat meat, chicken or pork. In one of the trays I believe they served me pork. The staff were very pleasant, but they need to be aware of their surroundings more carefully, one of them stuck her lower belly right into my face! I was shocked and very uncomfortable.

Overall I had good experience with China Southern airline. Nothing to claim. I hoped they could improve the meal quality that is.

Wow very impressed by the quality and attentiveness of service of China Southern. Lived the blankets! Will definitely fly with them again. Despite language barriers, a few attendants know enough English to understand our rudimentary Mandarin and respond to basic questions. Although they don’t explain the beverage and meal service on the website or ticketing documents, they offered regular beverage cart and snacks during the beginning hours and end hours of the long, transoceanic flight. A full meal at the beginning and end of the flight as well, and a midflight small sandwich (dinner roll sized) but we weren’t hungry and didn’t try that one. The expectation is that every sleeps during the middle of the flight. We were on a “redeye” departure from LAX with a morning arrival in China, so I don’t know if this service pattern is the same for other flights. The domestic flight we took from Guangzhou to Harbin offered conventional refreshments and meals like a US flight service. Note that they didn’t offer diet sodas. If you like to stay hydrated, I recommend bringing plenty of your own. It is served in small cups like any other drink. You can ask for a bottle but they’re tiny - about 6 ounces.

China Southern was not the problem. I booked my flight through Kayak and also received a booking reference and alert details regarding departure time and gate numbers… however Kayak NEVER actually booked my flight! We were stranded at the airport without a flight for a long awaited holiday!

The connection between LA and Atlanta was too much stress

Terrible boarding experience,,food is very poor that I I . Never going book this airline again.

The crew were kind, patient and responsive. The service was excellent, even though we travelled the cheapest economy class. We arrived at our destination 40 min early, which for a 15+ hour flight is a great bonus. The boarding seemed a bit "loose", but got us boarded on time, and the plane was off exactly @ 0:30 hrs.

The airport didn‘t give me the ticket. I called customer service to ask for a refund but they kept giving me a perfunctory response and refused to refund me.

The flight was delayed hours and most flights from CS are always delayed. Plane was efficient and got us home but not the best food and no entertainment system at all.

Not good - chair back could not move back for premium economy. Not worth the price

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