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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Istanbul from $678

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IST
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,211

One-way from

$678

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,597
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 19/5-25/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
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28/4
  • 28/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($81 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 25 March 2025.

Mon 19/511:00MEL - IST
1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 25/1014:00IST - MEL
1 stop40h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 24/3$1,211
Thu 7/810:20MEL - IST
1 stop26h 55mChina Southern
Wed 3/916:00IST - MEL
1 stop33h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 24/3$1,234
Wed 6/820:00MEL - IST
1 stop42h 40mAir China
Wed 27/814:45IST - MEL
1 stop40h 50mAir China
Deal found 24/3$1,260
Mon 5/520:20MEL - IST
1 stop41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/520:05IST - MEL
2 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,339
Sat 21/620:20MEL - IST
1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines
Wed 2/715:40IST - MEL
1 stop39h 40mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/3$1,344
Mon 16/613:25MEL - IST
1 stop22h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 16/801:40IST - MEL
1 stop34h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,467
Thu 24/400:30MEL - SAW
2 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 27/501:25SAW - MEL
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,572
Tue 25/306:15MEL - IST
1 stop20h 15mEmirates
Tue 1/419:25IST - MEL
1 stop19h 55mEmirates
Deal found 24/3$1,624
Tue 15/414:00MEL - IST
2 stops30h 05mEtihad Airways
Fri 18/414:10IST - MEL
1 stop30h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 24/3$1,713
Sat 1/1123:30MEL - SAW
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Wed 12/1113:40SAW - MEL
1 stop20h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/3$1,791
Thu 11/922:45MEL - SAW
1 stop27h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 13/1113:40SAW - MEL
1 stop26h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 24/3$1,896
Wed 16/405:15MEL - SAW
1 stop23h 00mEmirates
Wed 14/514:05SAW - MEL
1 stop32h 25mEmirates
Deal found 24/3$1,968

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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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 25 March 2025.
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MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 19/5

11:00-08:00

1 stop28h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 25/10

14:00-14:05

1 stop40h 05m

$1,211

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 7/8

10:20-06:15

1 stop26h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 3/9

16:00-08:40

1 stop33h 40m

$1,234

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 6/8

20:00-07:40

1 stop42h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 27/8

14:45-14:35

1 stop40h 50m

$1,260

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 5/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 11/5

20:05-06:15

2 stops27h 10m

$1,339

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 21/6

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 2/7

15:40-14:20

1 stop39h 40m

$1,344

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 16/6

13:25-05:20

1 stop22h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 16/8

01:40-19:15

1 stop34h 35m

$1,467

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Thu 24/4

00:30-00:20

2 stops30h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 27/5

01:25-20:20

3 stops35h 55m

$1,572

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 1/6

05:00-06:10

1 stop32h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 24/6

07:30-15:35

1 stop25h 05m

$1,678

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Thu 24/4

15:15-12:10

1 stop27h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 1/5

20:05-16:50

1 stop37h 45m

$1,793

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Wed 16/4

05:15-21:15

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 14/5

14:05-05:30

1 stop32h 25m

$1,968

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Istanbul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Melbourne 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 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 25 March 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Melbourne to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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 to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday 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 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 25 March 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, KLM and Thai Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

David,July 2023

BKK - DXB

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

David,July 2023

BKK - DXB

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

David,July 2023

BKK - DXB

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
316 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

David,July 2023

BKK - DXB

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.
Vietnam Airlines
7.6
Good
192 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

David,July 2023

BKK - DXB

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
395 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

David,July 2023

BKK - DXB

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.

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 to Istanbul round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Eastern ($1,211), China Southern ($1,234), and Air China ($1,260) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Istanbul. China Eastern is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Sichuan Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $684. Users have also found prices from $703 and $754 on China Southern and China Eastern, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Melbourne to Istanbul are Melbourne - Istanbul, Melbourne - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen and Melbourne Avalon - Istanbul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Istanbul?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Istanbul? While on average our users pay $3,139, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $940. The most popular route (Melbourne - Istanbul), is priced around $958.

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

    Most of the time, Melbourne to Istanbul flights that have stopovers will stop in Singapore. Singapore is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne to Istanbul. Doha sees the third most stopovers on flights from Melbourne to Istanbul.

  • 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. Those on a stopover in Singapore interested in visiting Sentosa, Merlion, or Boat Quay can do so by traveling 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers in need of a car in Singapore can hire one for about $133 per day.

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

    Melbourne to Istanbul flights have a stopover in Beijing least often. Chengdu is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne to Istanbul. Guangzhou sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Melbourne to Istanbul route.

  • 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 to Istanbul?

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 25 March 2025.
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Air ChinaCheapest$905Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$987Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,049Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,068Average$1,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,109Average$1,891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,236Average$1,779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,306Average$1,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,324Average$1,486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,346Average$1,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,376Average$1,902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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