Istanbul to Seoul Flights
Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Seoul (SEL) connect Turkey and South Korea. The great-circle distance is approximately 7,923 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IST, SAW and SEL, ICN, GMP. The reverse route is Seoul to Istanbul. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- Seoul, South Korea
- Distance
- 7,923 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 hours
- Origin codes
- IST, SAW
- Destination codes
- SEL, ICN, GMP
- Primary keyword
- flights from Istanbul to Seoul
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Route overview
Istanbul to Seoul is a city-pair air route between Turkey and South Korea. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IST and SEL. Related codes: IST, SAW → SEL, ICN, GMP.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 7,923 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Seoul airports and metro codes: SEL, ICN, GMP.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Seoul to Istanbul, other destinations from Istanbul, and other origins into Seoul.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Seoul?
Direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul typically take about 11 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Istanbul to Seoul?
The great-circle distance between Istanbul and Seoul is approximately 7,923 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Istanbul to Seoul?
Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW). Seoul is commonly searched with code SEL (related: SEL, ICN, GMP).
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Seoul?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Seoul to Istanbul?
The reverse city pair is Seoul to Istanbul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (7,923 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Istanbul to Seoul route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Istanbul) with South Korea (Seoul).