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Cheap flights from Australia to Istanbul from $679

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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
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Cheap flight deals from Australia to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Australia (AU0) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,287

One-way from

$679
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 8/2-16/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 83h 30m total
  • Australia to Istanbul
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7/4
  • 7/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 40m total
  • Australia to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Australia to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Tue 20/510:20MEL - IST
2 stops50h 50mChina Southern
Tue 17/616:00IST - MEL
2 stops33h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 16/1$1,286
Sat 8/206:15MEL - IST
2 stops44h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/215:30IST - MEL
1 stop39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,287
Sat 15/221:30MEL - IST
1 stop41h 20mSichuan Airlines
Fri 28/215:30IST - MEL
1 stop39h 15mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,324
Sat 8/312:00SYD - IST
1 stop28h 10mChina Eastern
Sat 22/313:35IST - SYD
3 stops37h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1$1,337
Sun 6/401:30PER - IST
1 stop18h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sun 27/401:25IST - PER
1 stop18h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,337
Fri 14/214:05SYD - IST
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/215:30IST - SYD
1 stop39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,341
Sat 7/604:40PER - IST
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/619:25IST - PER
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,341
Thu 1/520:30PER - SAW
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/501:25SAW - PER
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,341
Thu 17/410:05SYD - IST
2 stops51h 05mChina Southern
Tue 3/616:00IST - SYD
2 stops44h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 16/1$1,342
Mon 2/620:00MEL - IST
1 stop42h 40mAir China
Wed 20/814:45IST - MEL
1 stop40h 50mAir China
Deal found 16/1$1,358
Thu 13/212:00MEL - IST
1 stop28h 10mChina Eastern
Thu 20/213:35IST - MEL
1 stop36h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1$1,387
Mon 10/322:35MEL - SAW
2 stops46h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 24/317:15SAW - MEL
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,413

Find flights from Australia to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 17 January 2025.

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MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 20/5

10:20-06:10

2 stops50h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 17/6

16:00-08:40

2 stops33h 40m

$1,286

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 8/2

06:15-18:30

2 stops44h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 16/2

15:30-14:45

1 stop39h 15m

$1,287

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 15/2

21:30-06:50

1 stop41h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 28/2

15:30-14:45

1 stop39h 15m

$1,324

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/3

12:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 22/3

13:35-11:00

3 stops37h 25m

$1,337

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Sun 6/4

01:30-14:30

1 stop18h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 27/4

01:25-00:30

1 stop18h 05m

$1,337

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/2

14:05-13:40

3 stops31h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 19/2

15:30-15:25

1 stop39h 55m

$1,341

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 17/4

10:05-06:10

2 stops51h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 3/6

16:00-19:40

2 stops44h 40m

$1,342

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 2/6

20:00-07:40

1 stop42h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 20/8

14:45-14:35

1 stop40h 50m

$1,358

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Sun 16/2

17:10-16:30

1 stop28h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 23/2

20:15-05:25

2 stops28h 10m

$1,366

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 10/2

12:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 13/2

13:35-14:05

1 stop40h 30m

$1,384

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Travel insights for flights from Australia to Istanbul

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Australia to Istanbul 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 AU to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 17 January 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Istanbul as you normally would.

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 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 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, 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 17 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qantas Airways, KLM and Sichuan Airlines from Australia to Istanbul. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
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Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
79 reviews
Asiana Airlines
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.8

Food

8.1

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Next time I never flight with Asiana Airlines, not anymore, this is my first time also my last time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia 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 to fly from Australia to Istanbul one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $715 on China Southern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include China Eastern from $774 and Sichuan Airlines from $776 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Istanbul?

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to Istanbul, consider Melbourne - Istanbul, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul or Perth - Istanbul, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Australia to Istanbul?

    The cheapest flight price from Australia to Istanbul is $1,064. On average you can expect to pay $1,551. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,023.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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 Australia to Istanbul?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Australia to Istanbul 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Australia to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$886Average$1,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,003Average$1,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,025Average$2,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Batik AirCheapest$1,039Average$1,645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$1,061Average$1,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,064Average$1,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,095Average$1,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,266Average$1,973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,273Average$1,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,278Average$2,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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