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Seoul.$747 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $747, select.
Seoul.$798 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $798, select.
Seoul.$850 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $850, select.
Seoul.$852 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $852, select.
Seoul.$893 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $893, select.
Seoul.$897 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $897, select.
Seoul.$900 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with MIAT Mongolian Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $900, select.
Seoul.$902 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Apr, returning Fri, 10 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 3 Apr, arriving in Incheon International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Incheon International on Fri, 10 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $902, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Incheon International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Incheon International flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from $2,303
Jul
from $747
Aug
from $989
Sep
from $900
Oct
from $893
Nov
from $852
Dec
from $902
Jan
from $907
Feb
from $1,035
Mar
from $903
Apr
from $902
May
from $903

Direct flights from Istanbul to Incheon International

Istanbul to Incheon International: Alternative routes

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Istanbul to Seoul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$747
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time9 hrs, 59 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week25

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Incheon International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Incheon International is $747. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 59 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Incheon International.
Turkish Airlines, Asiana Airlines and Korean Air fly direct from Istanbul to Incheon International.
As of June 2025, there are 24 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Incheon International.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Incheon International is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Incheon International Airport on Tuesday, 22 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 59 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Incheon International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seoul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, MIAT Mongolian Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Incheon International.

Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 9 hours 55 minutes.

  • The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is six hours ahead of Istanbul.

  • Every week, there are 26 Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 01:50 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:30 with Korean Air.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your IST to ICN flight.

  • During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • You can travel nonstop to Seoul, South Korea. Jet off with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport:

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Korean Air.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between IST and ICN:

    • Kansai International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Beijing Capital International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • At the moment, $423 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $747. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from IST to ICN by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IST to ICN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near IST. Whether you're taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and find adventure across Seoul and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul

  • Central Seoul is about 48 kilometres from Incheon International Airport. How long it takes to get there driving will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Seoul in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Seoul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to ICN in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) then.

Explore more of South Korea

  • Busan is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.

  • Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another essential stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.

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