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Cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport from $729

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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
13 Mar — 20 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 8 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,268

One-way from

$729

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,617

Good round-trip deal

$1,806 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,093 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 29/5-29/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 00m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
15/3
  • 15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 05m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($96 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul.

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 March 2025.

Sun 9/321:30SYD - IST
1 stop42h 40mChina Eastern
Tue 25/313:35IST - SYD
1 stop36h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/3$1,265
Mon 4/820:45SYD - IST
2 stops26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/901:40IST - SYD
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,362
Tue 11/311:25SYD - IST
2 stops51h 15mChina Southern
Wed 2/416:00IST - SYD
1 stop33h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 6/3$1,409
Sat 10/520:20SYD - IST
1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines
Sun 1/615:40IST - SYD
1 stop39h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,428
Thu 16/1010:30SYD - IST
1 stop37h 40mAsiana Airlines
Wed 22/1017:30IST - SYD
1 stop31h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,596
Sat 2/811:00SYD - IST
1 stop28h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sun 31/813:20IST - SYD
1 stop38h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,684
Fri 7/321:10SYD - IST
1 stop32h 45mEmirates
Fri 14/301:50IST - SYD
1 stop21h 10mEmirates
Deal found 7/3$1,774
Wed 10/915:40SYD - IST
1 stop21h 30mEtihad Airways
Sun 28/907:30IST - SYD
1 stop27h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/3$1,812

Find flights from Sydney to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 8 March 2025.

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Sydney

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SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/5

11:00-08:00

1 stop28h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 29/8

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,268

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 4/8

20:45-16:35

2 stops26h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 8/9

17:55-11:35

2 stops34h 40m

$1,362

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/4

11:05-06:30

2 stops51h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 15/4

16:00-08:25

2 stops33h 25m

$1,419

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 1/6

15:40-14:15

1 stop39h 35m

$1,428

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/4

10:30-16:10

1 stop37h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 27/5

17:30-07:30

1 stop31h 00m

$1,603

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/8

11:00-08:30

1 stop28h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 31/8

13:20-10:25

1 stop38h 05m

$1,684

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 1/6

15:40-06:10

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 29/6

14:10-06:10

1 stop33h 00m

$1,891

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/4

22:10-16:35

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 12/5

01:55-09:45

1 stop24h 50m

$1,922

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/5

10:25-14:25

2 stops35h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 29/5

16:25-06:05

1 stop30h 40m

$1,926

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/5

06:00-21:35

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Sat 17/5

02:10-06:05

1 stop20h 55m

$1,966

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 28 February 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport is 78 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 Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport (average of $860). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,340). 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 SYD to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 8 March 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings 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 8 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about ANA, Japan Airlines and Asiana Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

8.4
Very Good

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to Istanbul. 17 airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

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

    According to our current data, China Eastern ($1,268), China Southern ($1,419), and Sichuan Airlines ($1,428) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $759. Sichuan Airlines flights start at $815 while deals on China Southern start at $832 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Istanbul Airport is $1,016. On average you can expect to pay $1,550. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,061.

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

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

    Kuala Lumpur travellers tend to visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia more than anywhere else. Travellers on a stopover Kuala Lumpur can visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia, by traveling 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively after landing at Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those landing in Kuala Lumpur looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $47 per day.

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

    Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are located about 14.1 km, 32.7 km, and 12.7 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport (average of $860). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,340). 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$925Average$1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,025Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,060Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,123Average$1,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,169Average$1,899FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,247Average$1,519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,297Average$1,721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Batik AirCheapest$1,325Average$1,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,329Average$1,824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,369Average$1,834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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