Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport from $705
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IST
28 Oct — 4 Nov1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Istanbul are usually found in February or October, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday 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 28 September 2026.
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Deal found 26/9$1,194
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Deal found 23/9$1,209
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Deal found 27/9$1,213
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Deal found 24/9$1,218
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Deal found 28/9$1,221
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Deal found 25/9$1,230
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Deal found 26/9$1,250
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Deal found 28/9$1,274
Best flights from Melbourne to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
Sat 31/1018:20 -
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Deal found 23/9$1,483
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Deal found 27/9$1,663
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Deal found 27/9$1,774
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Deal found 27/9$2,050
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Deal found 26/9$2,356
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Deal found 23/9$1,483
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Deal found 26/9$2,202
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Deal found 23/9$2,289
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Deal found 23/9$2,334
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Deal found 23/9$2,357
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Deal found 23/9$2,319
Direct flights from Melbourne to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
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Deal found 27/9$2,034
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Deal found 28/9$2,246
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Deal found 26/9$2,253
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Deal found 27/9$2,255
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Deal found 28/9$2,497
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Deal found 23/9$2,791
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Deal found 27/9$2,998
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Deal found 26/9$3,004
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Deal found 24/9$3,006
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Deal found 26/9$3,026
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Deal found 27/9$3,032
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Istanbul. Data last updated 28 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sun 11/1022:10 -
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Deal found 23/9$1,209
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Deal found 26/9$1,250
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Deal found 25/9$1,308
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Deal found 27/9$1,359
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Deal found 26/9$1,311
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Deal found 27/9$1,374
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Deal found 24/9$1,392
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Deal found 26/9$1,394
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Deal found 27/9$1,213
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Deal found 27/9$1,349
One-way flights from Melbourne to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
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Deal found 28/9$705
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Deal found 27/9$709
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Deal found 27/9$720
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Deal found 28/9$726
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Deal found 24/9$733
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Deal found 28/9$739
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Deal found 24/9$743
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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 28 September 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
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MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul
MELIST
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Fri 30/10
18:20-12:50
1 stop26h 30m
Istanbul
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$726
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MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul
MELIST
Melbourne
Sat 3/10
17:20-12:35
1 stop26h 15m
Istanbul
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
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$739
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MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul
MELIST
Melbourne
Fri 9/10
21:20-06:30
1 stop41h 10m
Istanbul
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$818
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MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul
MELIST
Melbourne
Sat 3/10
20:20-06:30
1 stop41h 10m
Istanbul
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$820
MelbourneIstanbul
MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul
MELIST
Melbourne
Thu 8/10
22:45-17:25
2 stops50h 40m
Istanbul
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$857
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MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul
MELIST
Melbourne
Sat 3/10
15:55-17:55
2 stops33h 00m
Istanbul
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,068
Fastest return journey
MelbourneIstanbul
MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul
MELIST
Melbourne
Fri 25/12
22:35-11:45
1 stop21h 10m
Istanbul
Wed 31/12
00:00-08:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$1,085
MelbourneIstanbul
MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul
MELIST
Melbourne
Sat 31/10
18:20-12:50
1 stop26h 30m
Istanbul
Tue 24/11
13:55-16:45
1 stop18h 50m
$1,483
MelbourneIstanbul
MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul
MELIST
Melbourne
Wed 4/11
18:20-12:50
1 stop26h 30m
Istanbul
Tue 24/11
13:55-16:45
1 stop18h 50m
$1,483
MelbourneIstanbul
MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul
MELIST
Melbourne
Wed 28/10
22:30-17:35
1 stop27h 05m
Istanbul
Sun 1/11
23:40-10:15
2 stops26h 35m
$1,663
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport is 62 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 $1,496). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,112). 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 28 September 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.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between $1,334 and $1,674 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,194 on Sichuan Airlines (14 Nov–29 Nov).
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Doha (DOH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 25% of one-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $606.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 12h 35m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 55m.
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 28 September 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 26h 30m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,483. 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 ($560), IndiGo ($625), and Air China ($676) 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 $360 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AirAsia X from $444 and Sichuan Airlines from $549 one-way.
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $2,099. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Istanbul) can be booked for $1,163 on average, our data indicates $2,592 when flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Most of the time, Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Doha. Guangzhou is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport. Dubai comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Dubai?
The majority of Dubai visitors spend their time at Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Al Arab. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Dubai Mall, Gold Souq, and Burj Al Arab, by traveling 10.5 km, 6.8 km, and 21.8 km, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Dubai can hire one for about $43 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?
The least popular stopover on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport is Bangkok. Chengdu is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport. Singapore comes next as the third least popular stopover location 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 $1,496). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,112). 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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