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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport from $743

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IST
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Istanbul are usually found in March or November, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 732,627 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 28/3

20:15-08:00

1 stop43h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 16/5

14:45-14:35

1 stop40h 50m

$1,118

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 2/12

21:30-06:50

1 stop41h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 8/12

15:30-14:45

1 stop39h 15m

$1,127

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 28/3

11:25-06:40

2 stops27h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 16/5

16:00-08:40

1 stop33h 40m

$1,144

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 5/3

18:15-06:30

1 stop20h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 16/4

14:45-03:25

1 stop29h 40m

$1,249

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

21:30-08:30

1 stop42h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 5/6

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,274

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

21:30-06:50

1 stop41h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 24/3

20:15-07:25

2 stops27h 10m

$1,289

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 21/3

23:00-12:20

1 stop21h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 26/4

20:05-23:30

1 stop20h 25m

$1,584

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 14/5

13:25-04:40

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

15:50-19:15

1 stop20h 25m

$1,679

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 10/5

13:25-04:40

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 1/6

15:50-19:15

1 stop20h 25m

$1,785

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 11/1

03:25-18:30

2 stops23h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 13/2

16:25-23:20

1 stop22h 55m

$1,850

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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  • 84h 35m total
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 November 2024.

Mon 2/1221:30MEL - IST
1 stop41h 20mSichuan Airlines
Sun 8/1215:30IST - MEL
1 stop39h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 14/11$1,127
Mon 2/1220:15MEL - IST
1 stop44h 05mAir China
Sun 8/1214:55IST - MEL
1 stop40h 50mAir China
Deal found 13/11$1,181
Sun 8/1211:25MEL - IST
1 stop27h 45mChina Southern
Wed 25/1215:55IST - MEL
1 stop21h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 14/11$1,402
Wed 27/1121:30MEL - IST
1 stop41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1214:25IST - MEL
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11$1,408
Mon 2/1218:00MEL - IST
2 stops27h 20mEtihad Airways
Mon 23/1214:25IST - MEL
2 stops34h 10mEtihad Airways
Deal found 14/11$1,702
Thu 28/1112:00MEL - IST
1 stop28h 10mChina Eastern
Sun 1/1213:35IST - MEL
1 stop36h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 14/11$1,737
Wed 20/1122:40MEL - IST
1 stop21h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/1201:55IST - MEL
1 stop34h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/11$1,776
Wed 20/1106:15MEL - IST
1 stop20h 15mEmirates
Thu 12/1201:50IST - MEL
2 stops34h 45mEmirates
Deal found 14/11$1,890
Sun 17/1123:30MEL - IST
1 stop27h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 27/1120:10IST - MEL
2 stops29h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/11$1,904
Sun 17/1114:30MEL - IST
1 stop23h 35mThai Airways
Wed 27/1116:30IST - MEL
1 stop20h 50mThai Airways
Deal found 14/11$1,958
Mon 18/1103:25MEL - IST
2 stops23h 05mQantas Airways
Fri 29/1120:05IST - MEL
1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/11$2,026

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 8 November 2024.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport is 35 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $854). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,294). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 15 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Istanbul, such as Air China, China Southern and Malaysia Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
371 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
825 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air China ($1,118), Sichuan Airlines ($1,127), and China Southern ($1,144) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport. Air China is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $757 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Southern from $781 and Sichuan Airlines from $934 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $873. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Istanbul) can be booked for $1,012 on average our data indicates $1,452 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Most of the time, Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Singapore. Abu Dhabi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport. Shanghai comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay. Travellers on a stopover Singapore can visit Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay, by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively after landing at Singapore Changi. Travellers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $133 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Shanghai?

    The majority of Shanghai visitors spend their time at Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park. Travelers on a layover in Shanghai can visit Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park, by traveling 14.1 km, 32.7 km, and 12.7 km, respectively after landing at Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport is Beijing. Chengdu is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport. Guangzhou comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $854). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,294). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Air ChinaCheapest$836Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Batik AirCheapest$1,002Average$1,674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,004Average$1,246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,012Average$1,404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,029Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,041Average$1,609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,057Average$1,785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,215Average$1,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,316Average$1,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,340Average$1,812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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