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Cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul from $712

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
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 Tuesday and return on a Friday

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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,166

One-way from

$712

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,552
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 2/4-11/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 80h 45m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
22/4
  • 22/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 52h 15m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($95 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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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 21 February 2025.

Wed 2/421:20SYD - IST
1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines
Fri 11/415:40IST - SYD
1 stop39h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,166
Thu 20/311:25SYD - IST
1 stop27h 45mChina Southern
Wed 2/416:00IST - SYD
1 stop20h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 20/2$1,184
Fri 21/212:00SYD - IST
1 stop28h 10mChina Eastern
Fri 28/213:35IST - SYD
2 stops38h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 20/2$1,203
Sun 9/310:45SYD - IST
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 31/315:40IST - SYD
1 stop39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,297
Tue 21/1013:50SYD - SAW
3 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1100:35SAW - SYD
3 stops45h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,375
Mon 19/509:30SYD - IST
1 stop37h 40mAsiana Airlines
Thu 19/617:40IST - SYD
1 stop30h 50mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,499
Tue 25/221:40SYD - SAW
1 stop29h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 4/313:40SAW - SYD
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,734
Thu 27/221:40SYD - SAW
1 stop29h 25mVirgin Australia
Wed 5/313:40SAW - SYD
1 stop21h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 20/2$1,928
Wed 7/506:00SYD - SAW
1 stop22h 15mEmirates
Wed 4/622:25SAW - SYD
1 stop24h 40mEmirates
Deal found 20/2$1,954

Find flights from Sydney to Istanbul within your budget

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 21 February 2025.

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Depart

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Price

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 2/4

21:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 11/4

15:40-14:15

1 stop39h 35m

$1,166

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/3

11:25-07:10

1 stop27h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 2/4

16:00-20:40

1 stop20h 40m

$1,184

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

11:00-08:00

1 stop28h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 3/6

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,257

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/3

10:45-13:20

3 stops34h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 31/3

15:40-15:15

1 stop39h 35m

$1,297

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

21:50-23:40

3 stops33h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 18/3

21:30-20:35

3 stops39h 05m

$1,455

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 19/5

09:30-16:10

1 stop37h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 19/6

17:40-07:30

1 stop30h 50m

$1,499

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 6/5

20:45-18:45

1 stop29h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 13/5

13:35-17:10

1 stop20h 35m

$1,734

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/3

21:40-12:10

1 stop22h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 23/3

13:40-18:50

1 stop21h 10m

$1,928

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/5

06:00-21:15

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/6

22:25-06:05

1 stop24h 40m

$1,954

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

12:10-17:25

2 stops37h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 18/3

12:55-06:30

2 stops33h 35m

$2,098

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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 14 February 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 21 February 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 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 21 February 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about ANA, Asiana Airlines and Emirates. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

8.4
Very Good

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Food

7.6

Overall

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

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 17 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Sichuan Airlines ($1,166), China Southern ($1,184), and China Eastern ($1,257) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Istanbul. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Istanbul for 33% 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 Sichuan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $735. China Eastern flights start at $757 while deals on China Southern start at $774 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Istanbul is generally $1,451, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,004. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $1,058 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, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are the most popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia can be accessed by travelling approximately 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $60 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing 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 if you are interested in checking them out.

  • 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$915Average$1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,014Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,047Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,097Average$1,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,226Average$1,497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,282Average$1,858FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Batik AirCheapest$1,311Average$1,780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,332Average$1,835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,354Average$1,952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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