Seoul to Istanbul Time Converter
Istanbul, Turkey is currently 6 hours behind Seoul, South Korea. Seoul is on KST (UTC+9) and Istanbul is on TRT (UTC+3). The table below converts every hour of the day between the two, and the call planner shows where working hours line up.
Best Time for a Call
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM in Seoul, which is 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM in Istanbul.
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Hour by Hour: Seoul to Istanbul
Rows marked office hours fall between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM in both places. For a specific date, use the interactive converter.
Does the Difference Change During the Year?
Neither place observes daylight saving, so the difference between Seoul and Istanbul stays at 6 hours all year.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours behind is Istanbul compared to Seoul?
Istanbul is currently 6 hours behind Seoul. Neither place observes daylight saving, so the difference between Seoul and Istanbul stays at 6 hours all year.
What time is 9:00 AM in Seoul in Istanbul?
9:00 AM in Seoul is 3:00 AM in Istanbul.
What is the best time for a call between Seoul and Istanbul?
Both sides are inside 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM office hours between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM in Seoul, which is 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM in Istanbul.