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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport from $671

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 18/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IST
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Istanbul (IST). 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,161

One-way from

$674

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,836

Good round-trip deal

$1,845 or less

Good one-way deal

$1,130 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 20/8-16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
23/7
  • 23/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Istanbul.

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Tue 2/921:30MEL - IST
1 stop41h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 30/1013:35IST - MEL
1 stop40h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/6$1,161
Fri 5/920:20MEL - IST
1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines
Wed 1/1015:40IST - MEL
1 stop39h 40mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,174
Wed 29/1011:25MEL - IST
2 stops27h 15mChina Southern
Fri 7/1115:55IST - MEL
1 stop21h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 11/6$1,193
Mon 10/1120:15MEL - IST
1 stop44h 05mAir China
Fri 19/1214:55IST - MEL
1 stop40h 50mAir China
Deal found 10/6$1,270
Tue 15/707:30MEL - IST
3 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/819:00IST - MEL
3 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,285
Mon 6/1000:30MEL - IST
1 stop24h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/1018:00IST - MEL
1 stop29h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,555

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 2/9

21:30-08:00

1 stop41h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 30/10

13:35-14:05

1 stop40h 30m

$1,161

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 1/10

15:40-14:20

1 stop39h 40m

$1,174

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

11:25-06:40

2 stops27h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 7/11

15:55-21:30

1 stop21h 35m

$1,193

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

20:15-08:20

1 stop44h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 19/12

14:55-15:45

1 stop40h 50m

$1,270

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 15/7

07:30-13:40

3 stops37h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 26/8

19:00-20:20

3 stops42h 20m

$1,285

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 6/10

00:30-16:35

1 stop24h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 21/10

18:00-07:15

1 stop29h 15m

$1,555

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 18/7

07:00-21:50

3 stops45h 50m

$671

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 7/7

11:00-08:00

1 stop28h 00m

$754

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 23/8

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

$758

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

21:00-07:40

1 stop42h 40m

$824

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport is 49 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 Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $860). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,337). 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 MEL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 13 June 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday 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 Airport 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 Airport 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 Airport, 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 13 June 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Istanbul, such as Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways and China Southern. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, China Eastern ($1,161), Sichuan Airlines ($1,174), and China Southern ($1,193) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport. China Eastern is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $752 on China Eastern. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sichuan Airlines from $758 and Air China from $867 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $963. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Istanbul) can be booked for $989 on average our data indicates $4,236 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Shanghai?

    The majority of Shanghai visitors spend their time at People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park. Travelers on a layover in Shanghai can visit People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park, by traveling 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 12.7 km, respectively after landing at Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $860). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,337). 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 10 airlines flying from Melbourne to Istanbul

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Air ChinaCheapest$946Average$1,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$949Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$1,027Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,031Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,188Average$1,682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,243Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,268Average$1,665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,285Average$1,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,300Average$1,866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,329Average$1,770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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