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Cheap flights from Cairns to Istanbul from $1,394

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CNS — IST
28 Apr — 5 May1
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Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) 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 23 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,419

Round-trip from

$1,424
High demand for flights, 46% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 28% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Cairns to Istanbul

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Cairns to Istanbul?

Leaving on a Sunday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 45% on the overall cost on flights from Cairns to Istanbul.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Istanbul?

Our data shows that November tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from Cairns. Users have commonly found prices around $2,862 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $1,953. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Istanbul (CNS - IST)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Cairns to Istanbul in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Emirates flights from Cairns to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Cairns and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Data last updated 23 April 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Emirates flights we've found from Cairns to Istanbul. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Thu 16/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops35h 10mEmirates
Sun 19/502:10IST - CNS
2 stops26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,153
Thu 16/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops38h 50mEmirates
Sun 19/502:10IST - CNS
2 stops26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,243
Thu 16/518:40CNS - IST
2 stops37h 30mEmirates
Mon 20/518:35IST - CNS
2 stops34h 30mEmirates
Deal found 21/4$2,245
Thu 16/518:40CNS - IST
2 stops29h 45mEmirates
Mon 20/523:20IST - CNS
2 stops29h 45mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,253
Sun 23/613:45CNS - IST
3 stops38h 50mEmirates
Wed 10/723:20IST - CNS
3 stops54h 20mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,886
Sun 23/612:45CNS - IST
2 stops36h 10mEmirates
Wed 10/723:20IST - CNS
3 stops54h 20mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,975
Mon 24/618:40CNS - IST
2 stops33h 55mEmirates
Wed 10/719:25IST - CNS
2 stops34h 25mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$3,055
Tue 25/612:45CNS - IST
2 stops39h 50mEmirates
Sun 7/723:20IST - CNS
2 stops30h 45mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$3,226
Mon 24/613:45CNS - IST
3 stops35h 10mEmirates
Wed 10/723:20IST - CNS
2 stops30h 30mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$3,242

Cheap Singapore Airlines flights from Cairns to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Singapore Airlines for the route between Cairns and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Data last updated 23 April 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Singapore Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Cairns to Istanbul. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Mon 17/618:15CNS - IST
1 stop42h 20mSingapore Airlines
Sat 13/713:30IST - CNS
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,644
Wed 26/618:15CNS - IST
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sat 13/713:30IST - CNS
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,736
Sun 16/618:15CNS - IST
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sat 13/713:30IST - CNS
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,860
Fri 14/618:15CNS - IST
1 stop44h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sat 13/713:30IST - CNS
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,923
Mon 17/618:15CNS - IST
1 stop42h 20mSingapore Airlines
Fri 12/713:30IST - CNS
1 stop44h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,950
Wed 26/618:15CNS - IST
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Thu 11/713:30IST - CNS
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,953
Wed 26/618:15CNS - IST
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Fri 12/713:30IST - CNS
1 stop44h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$3,017
Wed 19/618:15CNS - IST
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Thu 11/713:30IST - CNS
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$3,079
Wed 19/618:15CNS - IST
1 stop20h 30mSingapore Airlines
Fri 12/713:30IST - CNS
1 stop44h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 22/4$3,142

Cheap Cairns to Istanbul flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Istanbul specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Prices were last updated on 23 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Istanbul in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 16/519:15CNS - IST
2 stops51h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/517:40IST - CNS
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$1,955
Thu 16/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/523:20IST - CNS
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,150
Thu 16/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops35h 10mEmirates
Sun 19/502:10IST - CNS
2 stops26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,153
Thu 16/520:30CNS - IST
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/502:10IST - CNS
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,164
Thu 16/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops38h 50mEmirates
Sun 19/502:10IST - CNS
2 stops26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,243
Thu 16/518:40CNS - IST
2 stops37h 30mEmirates
Mon 20/518:35IST - CNS
2 stops34h 30mEmirates
Deal found 21/4$2,245
Thu 16/518:40CNS - IST
2 stops37h 30mEmirates
Sun 19/502:10IST - CNS
2 stops26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,253
Thu 16/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops35h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 20/519:25IST - CNS
2 stops44h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/4$2,271
Thu 16/512:00CNS - IST
1 stop36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/520:05IST - CNS
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,475

Cairns to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Data last updated 23 April 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cairns to Istanbul in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 16/519:15CNS - IST
2 stops51h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/517:40IST - CNS
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$1,955
Thu 16/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/523:20IST - CNS
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,150
Thu 16/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops35h 10mEmirates
Sun 19/502:10IST - CNS
2 stops26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,153
Thu 16/520:30CNS - IST
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/502:10IST - CNS
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,164
Thu 16/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops38h 50mEmirates
Sun 19/502:10IST - CNS
2 stops26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,243
Thu 16/518:40CNS - IST
2 stops37h 30mEmirates
Mon 20/518:35IST - CNS
2 stops34h 30mEmirates
Deal found 21/4$2,245
Thu 16/518:40CNS - IST
2 stops37h 30mEmirates
Sun 19/502:10IST - CNS
2 stops26h 55mEmirates
Deal found 22/4$2,253
Thu 16/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops35h 10mQantas Airways
Mon 20/519:25IST - CNS
2 stops44h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/4$2,271
Thu 16/512:00CNS - IST
1 stop36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/520:05IST - CNS
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$2,475

One-way flights to Istanbul from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Data last updated 23 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Cairns to Istanbul. Those seeking round-trip flights from Cairns to Istanbul should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Mon 13/519:15CNS - IST
2 stops66h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/4$1,394
Sat 11/516:35CNS - IST
2 stops44h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 23/4$1,441
Sat 11/513:45CNS - IST
3 stops38h 50mEmirates
Deal found 23/4$1,678
Mon 13/512:30CNS - IST
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,683
Sat 11/512:00CNS - IST
1 stop36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$1,706

Find flights from Cairns to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns 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 598,797 searches. Data last updated 23 April 2024.

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$1,955 - $2,779

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Price

CairnsIstanbul

CNS - IST

CNSIST

Cairns

Thu 16/5

2 stops51h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 20/5

2 stops39h 15m

$1,955

CairnsIstanbul

CNS - IST

CNSIST

Cairns

Thu 16/5

3 stops35h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 20/5

2 stops29h 45m

$2,150

CairnsIstanbul

CNS - IST

CNSIST

Cairns

Thu 16/5

3 stops35h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 19/5

2 stops26h 55m

$2,153

CairnsIstanbul

CNS - IST

CNSIST

Cairns

Thu 16/5

2 stops28h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 19/5

2 stops26h 55m

$2,164

CairnsIstanbul

CNS - IST

CNSIST

Cairns

Thu 16/5

3 stops38h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 19/5

2 stops26h 55m

$2,243

CairnsIstanbul

CNS - IST

CNSIST

Cairns

Thu 16/5

2 stops37h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 20/5

2 stops34h 30m

$2,245

CairnsIstanbul

CNS - IST

CNSIST

Cairns

Thu 16/5

3 stops35h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 20/5

2 stops44h 10m

$2,271

CairnsIstanbul

CNS - IST

CNSIST

Cairns

Mon 17/6

1 stop42h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 13/7

1 stop20h 30m

$2,644

CairnsIstanbul

CNS - IST

CNSIST

Cairns

Sun 16/6

2 stops47h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 9/7

2 stops45h 35m

$2,779

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 22/4

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Istanbul by month

Plan your trip from Cairns to Istanbul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Istanbul is currently $1,580 while a return flight costs $2,289. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Istanbul (average of $917). Flying from Cairns to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,535). 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.

January

$1,778

February

$1,641

March

$1,424

April

$1,798

May

$1,771

June

$2,038

July

$2,139

August

$2,116

September

$2,150

October

$1,765

November

$1,795

December

$2,383

Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

5 - 23 °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 23 April 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cairns to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

8.1
Very Good
4,072 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

7.7
Good
1,008 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

7.3
Good
1,396 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,483 reviews

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The flight was on time which is great. The flight attendants are super friendly and helpful with your needs, questions & so on. We enjoyed the food and drinks provided. The fold flat seat was very comfortable with the extra pillows and a light comforter. The 14.5 hours flight was easy.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cairns 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 Cairns to Istanbul?

    For a flight from Cairns to Istanbul, you will be flying from Cairns. Cairns (CNS) is just 4.4 km from the centre of the city. Cairns is the only Cairns airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 3 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Cairns on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Cairns to Istanbul for under $2,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Istanbul for under $2,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $1,955, but on average you can expect to pay $2,450.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Cairns to Istanbul round-trip from $2,153. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qantas Airways, from $2,271, and Singapore Airlines, from $2,644. Emirates is priced at 24% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cairns to Istanbul?

  • What does CNS to IST mean?

    CNS stands for Cairns Airport, while IST stands for Istanbul Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO), Tekirdag Corlu Airport (TEQ) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cairns to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cairns to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cairns to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cairns 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cairns to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cairns to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cairns to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cairns to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cairns to Istanbul flight deals updated?

    The Cairns to Istanbul flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 22/4.

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