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FAQ

When are flight tickets from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST) the cheapest?

Airlines adjust prices for flights from Seoul to Istanbul based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the cheapest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
How much are flights from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST) cost?

According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around £715.
How long is the flight from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST)?

It takes about 11 hours 43 minutes to fly from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST).
What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Istanbul?
- The distance from Istanbul Airport to downtown is about 34km, by taxi about 50 minutes.
- The distance from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to downtown is about 30km, by taxi about 50 minutes.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST)?

Airlines with flights from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST): Turkish Airlines, Asiana Airlines and Korean Air.
What's the most popular airline for direct flights from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST)?

Turkish Airlines operates 42 direct flights from Seoul (SEL) to Istanbul (IST).
How many airports in Istanbul (IST)?

There are 2 airport(s) in Istanbul (IST): Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen Airport.

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Flight Information from Seoul to Istanbul

Cheapest one-way flight price	£159
Cheapest return ticket price	£447
Off-season travel month	March
Peak season for travel	June
Flight distance	7,954.45km
Average flight time	11 hours 43 minutes
Popular airline	Sichuan Airlines