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Flights to Istanbul in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Istanbul Airport

Sat 14/1115:15 -
2 stops71h 25m
Tue 17/1115:20 -
2 stops45h 00m
Deal found 14/9$1,202
Sun 18/1011:05 -
2 stops27h 30m
Thu 3/1215:20 -
2 stops31h 15m
Deal found 12/9$1,203
Wed 4/1121:25 -
1 stop40h 45m
Fri 20/1115:30 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 15/9$1,205
Wed 18/1121:25 -
1 stop40h 45m
Fri 20/1115:30 -
1 stop39h 35m
Deal found 14/9$1,208
Tue 27/1010:30 -
1 stop29h 50m
Wed 18/1114:55 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 12/9$1,213
Sun 1/1110:30 -
1 stop29h 50m
Sun 15/1114:55 -
1 stop33h 10m
Deal found 12/9$1,215
Tue 24/1115:15 -
2 stops47h 25m
Fri 4/1214:10 -
1 stop32h 25m
Deal found 15/9$1,216
Sun 4/1011:05 -
2 stops27h 55m
Tue 20/1014:00 -
3 stops35h 00m
Deal found 15/9$1,219
Sun 18/1011:05 -
2 stops27h 55m
Sun 25/1013:35 -
1 stop40h 00m
Deal found 11/9$1,220
Thu 19/1115:50 -
1 stop23h 10m
Sun 6/1220:10 -
1 stop26h 40m
Deal found 15/9$1,224
Mon 16/1111:25 -
2 stops27h 15m
Mon 30/1114:10 -
1 stop35h 15m
Deal found 11/9$1,227

Find flight deals to Istanbul Airport

Return from

$1,202

One-way from

$678

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,720

Good round-trip deal

$2,132 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,170 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 14/11-17/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 116h 25m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 5/10-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 00m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($111 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($33 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in September 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

Mon 19/10

21:35-12:35

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$723

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

21:35-12:35

1 stop23h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$728

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/9

15:40-12:35

1 stop27h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$747

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/10

12:00-19:30

2 stops39h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$804

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/9

10:15-05:15

3 stops50h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$891

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 30/9

09:50-14:25

2 stops35h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$976

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

10:50-14:25

2 stops35h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$976

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 29/9

09:50-18:05

2 stops39h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,052
Fastest return journey

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 6/12

21:35-11:10

1 stop21h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,137

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/1

07:35-12:20

3 stops36h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,160

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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 Emirates,Qatar Airways, 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,659 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,659 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,659 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,732 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,659 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,535 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,659 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Southern
7.3
Good
172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,659 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
240 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,659 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

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 $69, while return flights cost around $215.

  • How much is a return flight to Istanbul?

    A return flight to Istanbul will typically cost around $215, however they can be found for as little as $215.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Istanbul depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Istanbul, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 10 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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