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Cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport from $720

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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
8 Jan — 15 Jan1
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 Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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 3 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,346

One-way from

$720

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,846
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 7/2-6/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 62h 10m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
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China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 17/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 30m total
  • Sydney 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 3 January 2025.

Fri 7/208:10SYD - IST
2 stops30h 30mChina Southern
Thu 6/315:50IST - SYD
2 stops31h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 2/1$1,345
Mon 17/213:30SYD - IST
3 stops50h 40mChina Eastern
Mon 24/213:35IST - SYD
1 stop40h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 3/1$1,346
Fri 14/220:50SYD - IST
1 stop42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/220:15IST - SYD
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,350
Sat 10/520:20SYD - IST
1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines
Sun 1/615:35IST - SYD
1 stop39h 40mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,395
Thu 17/709:30SYD - IST
1 stop37h 40mAsiana Airlines
Fri 8/817:40IST - SYD
1 stop30h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 3/1$1,496
Wed 30/721:05SYD - IST
1 stop21h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 29/916:05IST - SYD
1 stop20h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,726
Tue 15/420:35SYD - IST
1 stop23h 45mEtihad Airways
Wed 7/507:25IST - SYD
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/1$1,736
Sun 27/420:55SYD - IST
1 stop25h 30mANA
Sat 31/517:25IST - SYD
1 stop33h 00mANA
Deal found 2/1$1,739
Tue 29/707:55SYD - IST
1 stop31h 05mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/1013:25IST - SYD
1 stop33h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 2/1$1,755

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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 3 January 2025.

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SYD - IST

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/2

08:10-06:40

2 stops30h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 6/3

15:50-07:30

2 stops31h 40m

$1,345

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/2

13:30-08:10

3 stops50h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 24/2

13:35-13:35

1 stop40h 00m

$1,346

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/2

20:50-06:50

1 stop42h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 24/2

20:15-12:50

2 stops32h 35m

$1,350

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 1/6

15:35-14:15

1 stop39h 40m

$1,395

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/1

10:20-15:40

1 stop37h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 22/2

17:20-08:20

1 stop31h 00m

$1,733

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/4

20:35-13:20

1 stop23h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 7/5

07:25-18:10

1 stop27h 45m

$1,736

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/4

20:55-15:25

1 stop25h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 31/5

17:25-09:25

1 stop33h 00m

$1,739

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/2

21:00-11:05

Nonstop22h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 5/3

15:15-19:00

Nonstop19h 45m

$1,780

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/1

08:10-06:40

2 stops30h 30m

$720

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/4

12:50-13:20

3 stops31h 30m

$723

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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 27 December 2024.

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 3 January 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 mornings 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 3 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about China Southern, Etihad Airways and Sichuan Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very Good
844 reviews
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Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very Good
844 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
844 reviews
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Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
463 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
844 reviews
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Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,347 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
844 reviews
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Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

KLM
7.8
Good
1,338 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
844 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
346 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very Good
844 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.4

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

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. 19 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 Southern ($1,346), China Eastern ($1,358), and Turkish Airlines ($1,633) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport for 25% 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 Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $720. China Eastern flights start at $767 while deals on Sichuan Airlines start at $789 one-way.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Istanbul Airport is $1,107. On average you can expect to pay $1,551. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,048.

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

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

  • 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 $57 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Shanghai?

    Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are currently the most popular points of interest in Shanghai at the moment. Travellers on a stopover in Shanghai can visit Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park, by travelling 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 Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights have a stopover in Manila least often. Incheon sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights. Beijing comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on 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$950Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,068Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,091Average$1,513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,094Average$1,396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,125Average$2,011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,282Average$1,578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,321Average$1,775FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,395Average$1,924FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,421Average$2,531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,435Average$1,788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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