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Cheap flights from Istanbul to Melbourne from $816

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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — MEL
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Istanbul to Melbourne are usually found in March or September, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) to Melbourne (ME1). 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

$1,489

One-way from

$816

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,393
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 19/2-7/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 70h 45m total
  • Istanbul to Melbourne
18/3
  • 18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 10m total
  • Istanbul to Melbourne
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Wed 19/215:30IST - MEL
1 stop39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/312:05MEL - IST
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,489
Sat 15/207:35IST - MEL
1 stop25h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 22/218:15MEL - IST
1 stop27h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/1$1,509
Wed 2/415:35IST - MEL
1 stop39h 45mSichuan Airlines
Sat 19/420:20MEL - IST
1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 17/1$1,616
Mon 24/220:10SAW - MEL
1 stop19h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 9/307:15MEL - SAW
2 stops37h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/1$1,703
Fri 14/320:10IST - MEL
1 stop19h 35mQatar Airways
Sat 29/317:55MEL - IST
2 stops25h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 17/1$1,741
Sat 4/1015:50IST - MEL
2 stops29h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 12/1008:00MEL - IST
2 stops28h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,785
Mon 31/316:00IST - MEL
1 stop20h 20mChina Southern
Tue 22/410:20MEL - IST
2 stops50h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 17/1$1,921
Tue 18/220:15IST - MEL
2 stops25h 55mIndiGo
Fri 7/312:05MEL - IST
2 stops31h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 16/1$2,071
Thu 30/112:20SAW - MEL
3 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/213:35MEL - SAW
3 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$2,118
Tue 11/220:05IST - MEL
1 stop19h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 25/203:25MEL - IST
1 stop23h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/1$2,124
Mon 24/214:20SAW - MEL
1 stop25h 00mEmirates
Sun 9/322:30MEL - SAW
1 stop22h 50mEmirates
Deal found 16/1$2,166
Mon 24/220:05IST - MEL
1 stop19h 15mEmirates
Sat 8/303:25MEL - IST
2 stops26h 30mEmirates
Deal found 16/1$2,174

Find flights from Istanbul to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Melbourne 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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IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Wed 19/2

15:30-14:45

1 stop39h 15m

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

12:05-11:35

2 stops31h 30m

$1,489

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Mon 24/2

07:35-23:05

2 stops31h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

07:00-06:30

2 stops31h 30m

$1,530

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 24/2

20:10-23:45

1 stop19h 35m

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

07:15-12:40

2 stops37h 25m

$1,703

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Sun 23/2

01:55-05:40

2 stops43h 45m

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

07:45-16:30

2 stops40h 45m

$1,872

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Tue 18/2

10:35-18:25

1 stop23h 50m

Melbourne

Thu 6/3

17:10-07:05

1 stop21h 55m

$1,884

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Tue 18/2

20:15-06:10

2 stops25h 55m

Melbourne

Fri 7/3

12:05-11:35

2 stops31h 30m

$2,071

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 30/1

12:20-07:25

3 stops35h 05m

Melbourne

Thu 27/2

13:35-11:15

3 stops29h 40m

$2,118

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Tue 11/2

20:05-23:20

1 stop19h 15m

Melbourne

Tue 25/2

03:25-18:30

1 stop23h 05m

$2,124

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 24/2

14:20-23:20

1 stop25h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

22:30-13:20

1 stop22h 50m

$2,166

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Mon 24/2

20:05-23:20

1 stop19h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 8/3

03:25-21:55

2 stops26h 30m

$2,174

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Melbourne

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

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

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

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Istanbul to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 IST to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Melbourne. 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul to Melbourne in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Istanbul to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Istanbul to Melbourne, see what other customers have to say about Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways and Emirates. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

8.1
Very Good
79 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

7.8
Good
337 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Melbourne. 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 Istanbul to Melbourne round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne, with prices starting at $1,530. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $1,703 and $1,872, respectively. Etihad Airways is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $1,091 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and IndiGo, with prices starting from $1,173 and $1,199, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Istanbul to Melbourne in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 5 airlines flying from Istanbul to Melbourne

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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,328Average$1,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,700Average$1,966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,762Average$2,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,855Average$2,190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,186Average$2,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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