Flying from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul six hours behind Seoul.
Flights from ICN to IST start from 00:10 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:20 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can choose from 26 weekly Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ICN to IST flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, so jetting off to Istanbul (and then discovering more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Korean Air.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ICN and IST include:
Tashkent International Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
R 4,049 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,491. These prices can change based on demand.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ICN to IST.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from ICN to IST is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
54.5% of flights leaving from Incheon International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The journey from central Seoul to Incheon International Airport is about 48 kilometres. Look up Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ICN. Whether you have an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Incheon International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ICN to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
