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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport from $717

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 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IST
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
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 Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Istanbul

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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,237

One-way from

$717

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,103
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 14/2-10/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 48h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 13/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
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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 18 December 2024.

Sun 29/1223:30MEL - IST
2 stops39h 10mChina Southern
Wed 8/115:55IST - MEL
1 stop33h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 16/12$1,796
Wed 25/1218:15MEL - IST
1 stop20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/115:30IST - MEL
1 stop39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$2,035
Sat 28/1221:30MEL - IST
1 stop41h 20mSichuan Airlines
Sun 12/115:30IST - MEL
1 stop39h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 17/12$2,333
Sun 29/1222:30MEL - IST
1 stop41h 40mChina Eastern
Wed 8/113:35IST - MEL
1 stop36h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/12$2,520
Tue 24/1203:25MEL - IST
2 stops23h 05mEmirates
Mon 6/123:40IST - MEL
3 stops46h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/12$2,733
Mon 30/1223:30MEL - IST
2 stops26h 25mOman Air
Thu 30/119:00IST - MEL
2 stops39h 25mOman Air
Deal found 17/12$2,936
Tue 24/1218:15MEL - IST
1 stop20h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 31/1201:20IST - MEL
1 stop31h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12$2,998
Sat 21/1207:45MEL - IST
2 stops30h 20mTurkish Airlines
Sun 19/101:55IST - MEL
2 stops43h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/12$3,007
Tue 31/1203:25MEL - IST
1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways
Wed 15/120:05IST - MEL
1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$3,210
Mon 23/1205:55MEL - IST
1 stop31h 50mPhilippine Airlines
Fri 17/102:15IST - MEL
1 stop22h 20mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 17/12$3,399
Wed 25/1215:20MEL - IST
2 stops29h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 15/113:50IST - MEL
2 stops24h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/12$3,785
Wed 25/1215:20MEL - IST
2 stops35h 20mVirgin Australia
Sun 5/113:50IST - MEL
2 stops24h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/12$3,814

Find flights from Melbourne to Istanbul within your budget

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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MEL - IST

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Melbourne

Mon 6/1

23:30-07:10

1 stop39h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 5/3

15:55-09:45

1 stop33h 50m

$1,238

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 20/2

22:30-08:10

1 stop41h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 22/5

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,251

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

21:30-06:50

1 stop41h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 20/4

15:35-14:20

1 stop39h 45m

$1,309

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 8/6

23:30-14:30

1 stop22h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 23/6

01:25-08:00

1 stop23h 35m

$1,370

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 8/1

21:30-06:50

1 stop41h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 6/3

20:15-06:10

2 stops25h 55m

$1,400

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

20:15-08:20

1 stop44h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 18/4

14:45-14:35

1 stop40h 50m

$1,589

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

23:35-07:45

1 stop63h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 16/6

13:30-04:20

1 stop31h 50m

$1,667

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 8/2

18:15-06:30

1 stop20h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 20/2

14:25-16:55

1 stop18h 30m

$1,673

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 4/5

07:00-14:30

2 stops38h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 16/6

15:50-04:40

2 stops29h 50m

$1,717

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 1/5

05:15-17:55

1 stop19h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 4/6

02:10-05:30

1 stop20h 20m

$1,874

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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 13 December 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 $860). 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 18 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% 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 16 December 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 18 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Istanbul, such as Sichuan Airlines, China Eastern and Emirates. 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
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
1,329 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
356 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
7.5
Good
808 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,206 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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, China Southern ($1,237), Sichuan Airlines ($1,243), and China Eastern ($1,251) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport. China Southern is priced at 26% 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 $717 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sichuan Airlines from $750 and China Eastern from $751 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $1,162. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Istanbul) can be booked for $1,025 on average our data indicates $1,783 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 $141 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. Travellers in need of a car in Shanghai can hire one for about $61 per day.

  • 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 $860). 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$862Average$1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,009Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Batik AirCheapest$1,022Average$1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China SouthernCheapest$1,040Average$1,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,045Average$1,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,069Average$1,635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,115Average$1,816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,239Average$1,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,341Average$1,623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,356Average$1,605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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