Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport from $569

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 14/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IST
14 Mar — 21 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Istanbul are usually found in March or October, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 12 February 2026.

Sun 10/510:20
MEL
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IST
1 stop26h 55m
China Southern
Thu 4/616:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop20h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 9/2$932
Thu 21/521:00
MEL
-
IST
2 stops40h 30m
China Southern
Sat 20/600:30
IST
-
MEL
1 stop25h 10m
China Southern
Deal found 10/2$944
Wed 3/610:20
MEL
-
IST
1 stop42h 50m
China Southern
Tue 1/916:00
IST
-
MEL
2 stops33h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 9/2$972
Sun 24/521:00
MEL
-
IST
2 stops40h 30m
China Southern
Sat 6/600:30
IST
-
MEL
1 stop35h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 8/2$977
Thu 26/214:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop26h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 8/414:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/2$984
Thu 4/610:20
MEL
-
IST
1 stop26h 55m
China Southern
Tue 1/916:00
IST
-
MEL
2 stops33h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 9/2$986
Thu 21/521:30
MEL
-
IST
1 stop41h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 21/614:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop39h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 10/2$988
Tue 9/621:00
MEL
-
IST
2 stops40h 30m
China Southern
Sat 5/916:00
IST
-
MEL
2 stops33h 40m
China Southern
Deal found 9/2$996
Sat 23/521:00
MEL
-
IST
2 stops40h 30m
China Southern
Mon 29/616:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop20h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 9/2$1,026
Sat 23/521:00
MEL
-
IST
2 stops40h 30m
China Southern
Mon 22/616:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop20h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 9/2$1,029
Sun 24/521:00
MEL
-
IST
2 stops40h 30m
China Southern
Mon 22/600:30
IST
-
MEL
1 stop35h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 8/2$1,030

Find 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 12 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$932

One-way from

$569

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,480

Good round-trip deal

$1,712 or less

Good one-way deal

$864 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 10/5-4/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
14/7
  • 14/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($134 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 February 2026.
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

Mon 25/5

11:00-08:00

1 stop28h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 22/6

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,128

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 11/5

11:00-08:00

1 stop28h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 11/6

14:00-12:40

1 stop39h 40m

$1,138

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

21:30-07:00

2 stops40h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 20/6

14:00-10:00

3 stops37h 00m

$1,169

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 3/4

21:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 9/4

15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,208

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

12:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 8/4

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,224

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

22:30-08:10

1 stop41h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 15/3

13:35-10:00

1 stop36h 25m

$1,232

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

11:00-08:00

1 stop28h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,238

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

21:30-08:00

1 stop41h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 15/6

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,238

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 10/4

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 16/4

15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,279

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 10/4

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,287

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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 6 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport is 61 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $866). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,305). 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 12 February 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport as you normally would.

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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 12 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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.
  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport can take about 28h. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,128. Airlines will cover a distance of 14631 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, AirAsia X ($553), IndiGo ($646), and Sichuan Airlines ($869) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport. AirAsia X is priced at 65% 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 $357 on AirAsia X. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air China from $359 and Sichuan Airlines from $488 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $652. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Istanbul) can be booked for $988 on average, our data indicates $1,334 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 some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Shanghai?

    The majority of Shanghai visitors spend their time at People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Jing'an Temple. Travellers on a stopover Shanghai can visit People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Jing'an Temple, by traveling 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 35.4 km, respectively after landing at Shanghai Pu Dong. Travellers can rent a car at Shanghai Pu Dong for an average daily rate of $63 to make sightseeing during their stopover a little easier.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $866). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,305). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 12 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$553Average$1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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IndiGoCheapest$646Average$1,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$869Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$899Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China EasternCheapest$918Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$950Average$1,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,120Average$1,956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,131Average$1,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,325Average$1,599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,328Average$1,602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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