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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul from $690

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.
MEL — IST
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
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 (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 22 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,270

One-way from

$690

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,866
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 17/2-5/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 61h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
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Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 7/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 41h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($125 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($57 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 22 January 2025.

Mon 17/211:25MEL - IST
2 stops27h 15mChina Southern
Wed 5/315:55IST - MEL
1 stop33h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 20/1$1,270
Thu 6/301:30MEL - IST
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/315:30IST - MEL
1 stop39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,272
Tue 18/222:30MEL - IST
1 stop41h 40mChina Eastern
Tue 25/213:35IST - MEL
1 stop40h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 21/1$1,309
Sun 8/623:30MEL - IST
1 stop22h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 23/601:25IST - MEL
1 stop23h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,333
Sat 29/321:30MEL - IST
1 stop41h 00mSichuan Airlines
Wed 30/415:35IST - MEL
1 stop39h 45mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,355
Fri 14/318:15MEL - IST
1 stop20h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 30/307:25IST - MEL
1 stop25h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 21/1$1,485
Fri 28/220:15MEL - IST
1 stop43h 15mAir China
Fri 11/414:45IST - MEL
1 stop40h 50mAir China
Deal found 21/1$1,515
Tue 25/213:10MEL - SAW
2 stops32h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 20/522:25SAW - MEL
2 stops48h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,520
Sat 23/818:25MEL - IST
1 stop21h 05mSingapore Airlines
Sun 23/1113:25IST - MEL
1 stop24h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/1$1,638
Mon 17/223:30MEL - SAW
1 stop27h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 5/313:40SAW - MEL
1 stop20h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,678
Sun 18/507:00MEL - IST
2 stops28h 40mTurkish Airlines
Sun 29/615:50IST - MEL
1 stop20h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/1$1,698
Sun 30/313:15MEL - IST
2 stops29h 40mIndiGo
Fri 2/520:00IST - MEL
2 stops29h 55mIndiGo
Deal found 21/1$1,720

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 22 January 2025.

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MEL - IST

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Melbourne

Fri 18/4

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 27/4

15:35-14:20

1 stop39h 45m

$1,254

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 17/2

11:25-06:40

2 stops27h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 5/3

15:55-09:45

1 stop33h 50m

$1,270

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

01:30-17:55

2 stops24h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 21/3

15:30-14:45

1 stop39h 15m

$1,272

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

12:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 15/3

13:35-10:00

1 stop36h 25m

$1,298

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 8/6

23:30-14:30

1 stop22h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 23/6

01:25-08:10

1 stop23h 45m

$1,333

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 14/3

18:15-06:30

1 stop20h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 30/3

07:25-16:50

1 stop25h 25m

$1,485

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

20:15-07:30

1 stop43h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 11/4

14:45-14:35

1 stop40h 50m

$1,515

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

13:10-13:20

2 stops32h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 20/5

22:25-06:15

2 stops48h 50m

$1,520

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Mon 17/2

23:30-19:05

1 stop27h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 5/3

13:40-18:25

1 stop20h 45m

$1,678

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 18/5

07:00-04:40

2 stops28h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 29/6

15:50-04:40

2 stops29h 50m

$1,690

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul 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?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 22 January 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Sunday 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 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 22 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines and China Eastern from Melbourne to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

KLM
7.8
Good
1,341 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
338 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Vietnam Airlines
7.7
Good
211 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,360 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

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 round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Southern ($1,270), China Eastern ($1,309), and Malaysia Airlines ($1,333) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul. Users have found that China Southern is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $690 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sichuan Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from $722 and $1,006, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,852 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is $1,172 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Istanbul) is currently priced at $1,006.

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in Istanbul stopover in Singapore most frequently. Abu Dhabi follows Singapore in terms of the most common stopover location on Melbourne Airport to Istanbul flights. Kuala Lumpur comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul flights.

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

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are the most popular attractions in Singapore if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Sentosa, Merlion and Boat Quay are located about 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Singapore can hire a car from Singapore Changi for about $174 per day.

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

    If you're on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur and looking for things to do, consider visiting Petronas Towers, National Mosque of Malaysia, or Berjaya Times Square. Petronas Towers, National Mosque of Malaysia, and Berjaya Times Square are located about 46.6 km, 44.8 km, and 44.9 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $51 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul is Beijing. Chengdu sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul. Chengdu is followed by Guangzhou in terms of the least popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul 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?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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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Air ChinaCheapest$880Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$996Average$1,248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Batik AirCheapest$1,038Average$1,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapest$1,052Average$1,305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,057Average$1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,089Average$1,679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,095Average$1,948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,258Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,340Average$1,496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,362Average$1,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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