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Cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul from $715

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 13/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
22 janv. — 29 janv.1
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 (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 janvier 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,337

One-way from

$715

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,830
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 8/3-22/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 35m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 13/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 00m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 17 janvier 2025.

sam. 8/312:00SYD - IST
1 stop28h 10mChina Eastern
sam. 22/313:35IST - SYD
3 stops37h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 16/1$1,337
ven. 14/214:05SYD - IST
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
mer. 19/215:30IST - SYD
1 stop39h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,341
jeu. 17/410:05SYD - IST
2 stops51h 05mChina Southern
mar. 3/616:00IST - SYD
2 stops44h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 16/1$1,342
mer. 22/120:50SYD - IST
1 stop42h 00mSichuan Airlines
ven. 7/215:30IST - SYD
1 stop39h 55mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,435
jeu. 7/822:10SYD - IST
1 stop23h 20mMalaysia Airlines
jeu. 4/915:50IST - SYD
1 stop20h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,509
mar. 6/520:45SYD - SAW
3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
sam. 10/501:25SAW - SYD
3 stops27h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,526
ven. 21/1120:40SYD - IST
1 stop43h 40mAir China
dim. 30/1114:55IST - SYD
1 stop40h 35mAir China
Deal found 16/1$1,553
ven. 9/509:30SYD - IST
1 stop37h 40mAsiana Airlines
mer. 2/717:40IST - SYD
1 stop30h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,567
dim. 27/415:25SYD - IST
1 stop28h 55mEtihad Airways
dim. 25/507:25IST - SYD
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/1$1,584
mer. 5/311:00SYD - IST
2 stops32h 35mIndiGo
mar. 25/320:15IST - SYD
2 stops26h 15mIndiGo
Deal found 16/1$1,633
mer. 12/221:40SYD - SAW
1 stop22h 55mQatar Airways
lun. 24/220:10SAW - SYD
1 stop38h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1$1,699
jeu. 6/321:00SYD - IST
1 stop22h 05mTurkish Airlines
jeu. 27/315:15IST - SYD
1 stop19h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,720

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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 17 janvier 2025.

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SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sam. 8/3

12:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

sam. 22/3

13:35-11:00

3 stops37h 25m

$1,337

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ven. 14/2

14:05-13:40

3 stops31h 35m

Istanbul

mer. 19/2

15:30-15:25

1 stop39h 55m

$1,341

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jeu. 17/4

10:05-06:10

2 stops51h 05m

Istanbul

mar. 3/6

16:00-19:40

2 stops44h 40m

$1,342

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ven. 31/1

20:50-06:50

1 stop42h 00m

Istanbul

ven. 7/2

15:30-15:25

1 stop39h 55m

$1,435

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ven. 9/5

09:30-16:10

1 stop37h 40m

Istanbul

mer. 2/7

17:40-07:30

1 stop30h 50m

$1,567

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dim. 27/4

15:25-13:20

1 stop28h 55m

Istanbul

dim. 25/5

07:25-18:10

1 stop27h 45m

$1,584

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jeu. 6/3

14:05-12:10

2 stops30h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

sam. 22/3

20:10-12:50

2 stops32h 40m

$1,584

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 13/5

21:05-11:15

1 stop21h 10m

Istanbul

mar. 17/6

16:05-19:10

1 stop20h 05m

$1,606

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 5/3

11:00-11:35

2 stops32h 35m

Istanbul

mar. 25/3

20:15-06:30

2 stops26h 15m

$1,633

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mer. 12/2

21:40-12:35

1 stop22h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

lun. 24/2

20:10-18:50

1 stop38h 40m

$1,699

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Istanbul 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?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Sydney 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 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 17 janvier 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Istanbul 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?

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 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 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 janvier 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Etihad Airways, China Southern and Sichuan Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.3
Very Good
466 reviews
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
337 reviews
8.3
Very Good
466 reviews

Food

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

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 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?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney. There are 0 flights from Kingsford Smith to Istanbul per day from 18 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, China Eastern ($1,337), China Southern ($1,342), and Sichuan Airlines ($1,397) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Istanbul. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Istanbul for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Southern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $715. China Eastern flights start at $774 while deals on IndiGo start at $858 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Istanbul is generally $1,551, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,064. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $1,049 for that flight.

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

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

    Petronas Towers, National Mosque of Malaysia, and Berjaya Times Square are the most popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Petronas Towers, National Mosque of Malaysia, and Berjaya Times Square can be accessed by travelling approximately 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.

  • 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 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.

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Sydney 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$950Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,055Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,083Average$1,999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,084Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,089Average$1,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,273Average$1,567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,319Average$1,915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,392Average$2,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,397Average$2,582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,436Average$1,788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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