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Flights to Istanbul in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Istanbul Airport

Wed 18/1115:15 -
2 stops71h 25m
Sat 21/1115:20 -
2 stops34h 05m
Deal found 21/8$1,187
Sat 7/1115:15 -
2 stops71h 25m
Tue 17/1115:20 -
2 stops38h 15m
Deal found 21/8$1,189
Sun 30/820:20 -
1 stop41h 10m
Fri 4/915:40 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 19/8$1,197
Tue 1/920:20 -
1 stop41h 10m
Sun 6/915:40 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 20/8$1,198
Wed 18/1121:25 -
1 stop40h 45m
Fri 20/1115:30 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 21/8$1,200
Wed 11/1121:25 -
1 stop40h 45m
Sun 15/1115:30 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 17/8$1,201
Thu 29/1011:25 -
1 stop27h 45m
Mon 2/1114:10 -
1 stop22h 10m
Deal found 18/8$1,225
Wed 2/910:05 -
2 stops27h 55m
Tue 22/914:00 -
2 stops35h 00m
Deal found 19/8$1,226
Fri 18/910:05 -
2 stops27h 55m
Mon 21/914:00 -
3 stops35h 00m
Deal found 21/8$1,228
Fri 18/910:05 -
2 stops27h 55m
Sun 18/1014:00 -
3 stops35h 05m
Deal found 21/8$1,229
Sun 18/1011:05 -
2 stops27h 55m
Mon 30/1113:35 -
1 stop40h 00m
Deal found 20/8$1,231
Thu 15/1012:00 -
1 stop28h 10m
Mon 30/1113:35 -
1 stop40h 00m
Deal found 17/8$1,232

Find flight deals to Istanbul Airport

Return from

$1,187

One-way from

$694

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,525

Good round-trip deal

$1,828 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,128 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 18/11-21/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 105h 30m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
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Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 1/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 41h 10m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($112 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in August 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul.
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 22/10

22:10-07:15

1 stop41h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 28/10

14:05-09:15

3 stops35h 10m

$1,358

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 26/8

15:40-12:35

1 stop27h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 4/9

13:50-06:10

1 stop33h 20m

$1,862

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/9

14:35-12:40

1 stop29h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 17/9

15:50-19:10

1 stop20h 20m

$1,940

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

10:10-18:35

2 stops39h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 8/9

13:45-22:20

2 stops25h 35m

$1,999

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

09:15-18:35

2 stops40h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 7/9

13:45-22:20

2 stops25h 35m

$2,074

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

06:00-17:25

1 stop42h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 21/9

02:10-18:05

1 stop32h 55m

$2,085

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

13:00-07:00

2 stops26h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 2/11

20:10-06:50

1 stop26h 40m

$2,115

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

07:15-12:00

2 stops35h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 5/9

13:45-22:20

2 stops25h 35m

$2,228

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 20/11

10:25-17:40

2 stops39h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 23/11

19:30-20:35

2 stops41h 05m

$2,247
Fastest return journey

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 30/8

06:00-21:35

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 4/9

23:30-06:05

1 stop23h 35m

$2,284

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Istanbul Airport

When is the best time to book a flight to Istanbul?

The best time to book flights to Istanbul is 32 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Read through reviews of airlines serving Türkiye (Turkey), such as Qatar Airways,Turkish Airlines, andEtihad Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Amanda,Sept 2023

ADL - DOH

Impossible to be comfortable in economy. You need to do better for long haul flights. Food was stale
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Amanda,Sept 2023

ADL - DOH

Impossible to be comfortable in economy. You need to do better for long haul flights. Food was stale
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,481 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Amanda,Sept 2023

ADL - DOH

Impossible to be comfortable in economy. You need to do better for long haul flights. Food was stale
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,506 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Amanda,Sept 2023

ADL - DOH

Impossible to be comfortable in economy. You need to do better for long haul flights. Food was stale
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Amanda,Sept 2023

ADL - DOH

Impossible to be comfortable in economy. You need to do better for long haul flights. Food was stale
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
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Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Amanda,Sept 2023

ADL - DOH

Impossible to be comfortable in economy. You need to do better for long haul flights. Food was stale

FAQs about flying to Istanbul

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Istanbul if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Istanbul on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Istanbul?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia X is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Istanbul.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Istanbul?

    Istanbul is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Istanbul. One-way flights to Istanbul typically cost $43, while return flights cost around $199.

  • How much is a return flight to Istanbul?

    A return flight to Istanbul will typically cost around $214, however they can be found for as little as $199.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Istanbul depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Istanbul, Adelaide offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Istanbul have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Istanbul can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Istanbul?

    Yes. Istanbul has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ambassador Spa & Beauty Airport Lounge is the closest property to Istanbul (0.0 km away from Istanbul).

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