IST - ICN

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Cheap Flight Deals from Istanbul to Incheon Intl (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 Intl 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.

Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to Incheon

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Istanbul to Incheon.
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MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:10 - 22:25IST-ICN
26h 15m1 stop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
00:05 - 12:25ICN-IST
18h 20m1 stop
£453MIAT Mongolian
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Thu, 8 May - Wed, 28 May
MIAT Mongolian Logo
14:10 - 22:25IST-ICN
26h 15m1 stop
MIAT Mongolian Logo
00:05 - 12:25ICN-IST
18h 20m1 stop
£454MIAT Mongolian
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Thu, 15 May - Mon, 19 May
China Southern Logo
16:00 - 21:50IST-ICN
23h 50m1 stop
China Southern Logo
16:45 - 06:15ICN-IST
19h 30m1 stop
£479China Southern
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Mon, 14 Jul - Sun, 27 Jul
China Southern Logo
16:00 - 21:50IST-ICN
23h 50m1 stop
China Southern Logo
10:20 - 06:15ICN-IST
25h 55m1 stop
£483China Southern
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Mon, 14 Jul - Sun, 27 Jul
Etihad Airways Logo
07:30 - 22:05IST-ICN
32h 35m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
17:45 - 06:10ICN-IST
18h 25m1 stop
£499Etihad Airways
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Thu, 22 May - Sat, 31 May
Etihad Airways Logo
14:10 - 22:05IST-ICN
25h 55m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
17:45 - 06:10ICN-IST
18h 25m1 stop
£526Etihad Airways
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Thu, 3 Jul - Thu, 4 Sep
Asiana Airlines Logo
17:30 - 09:20IST-ICN
9h 50mdirect
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:25 - 16:10ICN-IST
11h 45mdirect
£647Asiana Airlines
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Thu, 15 May - Tue, 20 May
Korean Air Logo
21:20 - 13:25IST-ICN
10h 05mdirect
Korean Air Logo
13:40 - 19:40ICN-IST
12h 00mdirect
£662Korean Air
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Mon, 21 Jul - Wed, 27 Aug
Korean Air Logo
21:20 - 13:25IST-ICN
10h 05mdirect
Korean Air Logo
13:40 - 19:40ICN-IST
12h 00mdirect
£688Korean Air
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Wed, 30 Jul - Fri, 29 Aug
Asiana Airlines Logo
17:30 - 09:20IST-ICN
9h 50mdirect
Asiana Airlines Logo
10:25 - 16:10ICN-IST
11h 45mdirect
£707Asiana Airlines
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Thu, 3 Jul - Thu, 4 Sep

Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Incheon

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
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.

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.

Read more about Korean Airby Robert Schrader
Airports
IST

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

Read more about ISTby Jenna Scatena
ICN

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

Read more about ICNby Robert Schrader
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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.

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 Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday 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 March, where tickets cost £424 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £630 and £615 respectively.

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 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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

Low season

December

High season

March

Cheapest flight

£284
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% 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
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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 £378 for a one-way ticket and £602 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.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Istanbul and Seoul Incheon Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this 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.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Incheon, MIAT Mongolian or Korean Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Incheon are MIAT Mongolian and Korean Air. With an average price for the route of £423 and an overall rating of 8.5, MIAT Mongolian is the most popular choice. Korean Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £738 and an overall rating of 8.4.

  • 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.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to Incheon Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Seoul Incheon Airport to Istanbul? 25% of our users found flights on this route for Seoul Incheon Airport or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Seoul Incheon Airport?

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

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, +1 more

Tuesday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, +1 more

Thursday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Friday

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, +1 more

Saturday

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, +1 more

Sunday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Incheon Intl to Istanbul

Monday

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, +1 more

Tuesday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, +1 more

Thursday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Friday

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, +1 more

Saturday

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Korean Air, +1 more

Sunday

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

Asiana Airlines, Turkish Airlines

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Top 5 airlines serving 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.
8.5
MIAT MongolianOverall score based on 15 reviews
7.6Food
8.0Comfort
6.8Entertainment
8.9Crew
8.9Boarding
Airline reviews

It was great. I had an exit row seat so I had a ton of legroom. The service was good and the food was decent.

8.0 ExcellentMichael, Jun 2024ICN - UBN
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It was great. I had an exit row seat so I had a ton of legroom. The service was good and the food was decent.

Aircraft used was a 10 year old 767 which is being maintained in excellent condition. Business class was very comfortable and reclined sufficiently to allow me to sleep. The crew were excellent and very attentive. The only two unfortunates were a) food quality, the beef was very tough and below the standard for business class service; and b) the onboard entertainment offered little for non-Mongolians. All around, I would gladly fly MIAT again.

The flight was on time and the aircraft new and well-maintained. Service was friendly and well carried out. Seating on the 737 MAX in business class was comfortable enough that I could doze off during the 4 hour flight. Arrival in Ulsan Baatar was on time and baggage delivered to the belt quickly. I was pleasantly surprised by the entire event and have no trouble recommending MIAT.

No entertainment display working whole flight it was like a veggie 😒

The delay in Korea was a pain and set us back a day. I have to give big props to Korean Air for setting up a hotel with dinner and transportation to and from the hotel. I also needed assistance with a wheelchair and they did an outstanding job.

The food on this flight from NRT to ICN was average. The staff were very friendly, but the flight took about 60 minutes longer than it should have because the pilot was only flying at 330mph instead of 500-550. Not sure what the reason is for that, but it meant for a much longer flight.

Flight delayed going to Korea. No free WiFi. Other than that everything else is were good. I would love to fly with Korea airline again

Food choice could be better, plus the crew can walk around and offer snacks and drinks. Also the air-conditioning onboard blows high speed, and very cold makes the trip uncomfortable.

long flights are difficult but the crew and amenities made it a very good experience

Always have great flight experience on Korean Air. Glad to have been able to book this on Kayak/Under Pricer this year!!

An International flight from Cebu to Incheon was delayed the night before without a proper explanation. Same thing happened from Incheon to Cebu in the first leg. I will not fly Korean again. And I will ensure Delta their US partner hears about it. This is a routine by Korean to delay flights from and to Cebu via Incheon.

When I selected my seats, it showed row 29 as the front row, so I paid extra to sit in what I thought would be the front row, but when I boarded the plane, row 29 was the second economy row. I was disappointed that I'd spent almost $100 more for no actual benefit.

The food is always good and that flight was particularly good.

Unlimited drinks and snacks on this long flight. Very courteous Korean staff !!!

It was amazing. I was not expecting the phenomenal customer service Asiana provides.

The seats felt very small. We were supplied with pillows and blankets, which was nice. Lots of noise from the bathroom, plus exterior noise. Made it hard to hear the entertainment system, even using my own noise-cancelling headphones. The food was really bad. I generally request a vegetarian meal and one was supplied, but the pasta was cold and hard and there was nothing pleasant about it. Drinks were very limited. All I wanted was water, and on a 4 hour flight, I was given 2 cups of about 3 ounces each.

We took business class, It was comfortable and I was able to sleep.

Everything was perfect. A flight attendant even brought me snacks after I declined food due to my desire to force myself to follow the destination time zone.

For the most part, it was an enjoyable experience. It's the 2nd half of the journey was a bit uncomfortable. It was on a noticable smaller plane compared to the previous one.

Only process that my luggage didn’t make it to my destination because of short connection but I understand

The boarding process was good. The toilet could be better maintained.

This has been the worst experience I've ever had. We arrived to Ho Chi Minh Airport and were supposed to get our Asiana ticket from the transfer counter as we came with a different airline. However, the staff at the transfer counter were not helpful and kept giving us different information. We were first told by Asiana airlines staff we had to wait 2 hours so they could print out and give us our tickets, then someone else told us we had to wait 3hrs, someone told us "I don't know, just go sit and wait and we will tell you later." This was at a place in the Ho Chi Minh airport that had no coffee or food shops, nothing, just immigration (to enter Vietnam with a Vietnam Visa) and security (to transfer into the gates) but we needed our printed boarding pass to go through. It wasn't until we demanded to speak to a supervisor as our flight time was 1hr away because they kept telling us "there's alot of time left for your international flight, we will get your tickets later" we still had to wait around 20minutes for the "Supervisor" to give us our tickets. I would NOT recommend Asiana Airlines, especially if going thru Ho Chi Minh Airport as they are not helpful. (We almost missed our flight, due to their lazyness and incompetence of printing our tickets) I would suggest Asiana Airlines to have a Machine in the transfer area so passengers can easily print out their boarding passes themselves and save some money by not hiring incompetent staff that can't do a simple task such as printing a boarding pass.

Great service. They could offer vegetarian food and do more to reduce waste.

I like the food, the crew and everything.!!! Except for the delay in our flight.

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

The back of the chair - premium economy could not move back - not worth the price

It was okay. Boarding the staff made you feel rushed like we were late or something

It was great. The staff were so nice and helpful the food was great and they always made sure I was okay. As a foreigner I was worried about the language barrier but it was absolutely no issues. I highly recommend

The check in process at Istanbul airport caused my family a great deal of stress and disappointment due to the following factors: 1) WE HAD TO PAY US$330 for check on bags, despite holding Economy tickets that Turkish airlines website clearly states that flights from Istanbul to Miami had a 2 checked bags allowance. 2) Airport staff not only lacked empathy for senior travelers (75 yrs old and 71 yrs old), but were also rude as well. The supervisor at check it offered "if you don't pay for the bags, you can just remain and sleep at the airport for however long you wish. What a terrible way to treat customers !!! 3) We were bumped from agent to agent to agent FIVE times, showing everyone the communication we received telling us we had the 2 bags entitlement. Two elderly people lugging 4 suitcase around and around the Turkish terminal. Again, what a sad way to treat customers !!! 4) We need a case opened to get a refund for the amount we paid. Something is amiss, screams unethical, and sounds unscrupulous......At First , we were told we must pay for 4 bags. All of a sudden, it became 2 bags, and finally all 4 bags were checked on with payments demanded for 2. Why did it vary from agent to agent???? 5) OVERALL, A TERRIBLE AND SUSPICIOUSLLY UNSCRUPULOUS EXPERIENCE FLYING WITH TURKISH AIRLINES. WE ARE TERRIBLY DISAPPOINTED AND SAD THAT OUR VISIT TO A BEAUTIFUL CITY ENDED IN SUCH A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE

5 unnecessary control before get in the craft. It is exagerated and very inefficient

I recently flew with Turkish Airlines, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I boarded, the crew was incredibly attentive, warm, and professional. They went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the flight. The highlight, however, was the food! I’ve flown with many airlines, but Turkish Airlines sets the bar incredibly high when it comes to in-flight dining. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The variety of dishes, even on a long-haul flight, was impressive. It felt like dining at a high-end restaurant at 35,000 feet! The seats were comfortable, the entertainment options were great, and the overall atmosphere made the journey enjoyable. Turkish Airlines truly excels in combining luxury and hospitality. I wouldn’t hesitate to fly with them again—highly recommend!

One of the best flights I have been on in a while.

Here's a sample answer: "Honestly, I was really impressed with Turkish Airlines, but if I had to suggest one area for improvement, it would be: - *More efficient boarding process*: I noticed that boarding took a bit longer than expected, which might be frustrating for passengers with tight connections.

Not worth pay business class and get service economy class

In this long haul flight, flight attendants never stopped moving and giving excellent service. Very impressive. Very comfortable seats and excellent food

In sharp contrast to the modern glitzy airport, boarding facilities were primitive. Passengers had to board buses and walk up steep stairs in bitter cold with carry-on baggages. I found no reason why aerobridge was not provided.

A fairly standard 2/2 configuration. Boeing 787-9 is modern but the amenities chosen by Turkish for their seats are slightly limited - no in-seat charging, for example. Otherwise, a good flight.

Make sure to request a vegetarian meal in advance. They printed out menus for all passengers with the options but by the time they were halfway through (for breakfast and dinner), the vegetarian options were already all taken.

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