Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport from $696

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IST
13 Jun — 20 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Istanbul are usually found in October or March, booked 34 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday 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 14 May 2026.

Fri 7/817:20
MEL
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IST
1 stop26h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/814:10
IST
-
MEL
1 stop18h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5$1,243
Tue 9/613:25
MEL
-
IST
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/620:25
IST
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,248
Tue 9/613:25
MEL
-
IST
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/601:55
IST
-
MEL
1 stop24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$1,250
Mon 8/612:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/601:55
IST
-
MEL
1 stop24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,256
Sun 1/1118:20
MEL
-
IST
1 stop26h 35m
Etihad Airways
Mon 30/1114:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop19h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5$1,257
Fri 19/611:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop28h 10m
China Eastern
Sat 20/614:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 11/5$1,259
Mon 8/612:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/601:55
IST
-
MEL
1 stop24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,260
Mon 18/512:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/601:55
IST
-
MEL
1 stop24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/5$1,263
Mon 24/812:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 30/801:55
IST
-
MEL
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,265
Mon 8/611:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop28h 10m
China Eastern
Mon 22/614:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 10/5$1,278
Tue 21/712:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/917:45
IST
-
MEL
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5$1,279

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 14 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,243

One-way from

$696

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,478

Good one-way deal

$1,116 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/8-31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 9/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($168 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Istanbul.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 5/9

11:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 12/9

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,430

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 24/8

12:00-16:40

1 stop35h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 26/9

01:55-06:15

1 stop21h 20m

$1,547
Fastest return journey

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

21:15-14:25

1 stop24h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 20/6

18:35-21:50

1 stop20h 15m

$1,730

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 28/7

12:00-05:15

1 stop24h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 20/10

16:55-07:15

1 stop30h 20m

$1,737

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 26/5

15:55-14:25

2 stops29h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 16/6

19:35-21:50

1 stop19h 15m

$1,929

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 16/10

23:45-18:35

1 stop26h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 25/10

13:50-20:45

2 stops22h 55m

$2,078

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

17:20-17:50

2 stops31h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 9/8

18:15-11:15

2 stops34h 00m

$2,187

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 4/6

16:00-14:25

2 stops29h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 18/7

19:35-05:30

1 stop26h 55m

$2,253

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

17:20-17:50

2 stops31h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 12/8

18:15-08:20

2 stops55h 05m

$2,271

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 22/6

17:20-17:50

2 stops31h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 13/8

18:15-06:15

2 stops53h 00m

$2,271

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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?

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport is 33 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $1,426). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,971). 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 14 May 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 14 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Southern,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines 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.

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

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 24h 10m. China Eastern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,730. 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 ($540), IndiGo ($636), and Air China ($673) 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 $349 on Air China. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AirAsia X from $410 and Sichuan Airlines from $494 one-way.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $954. While the most popular route (Melbourne - Istanbul) can be booked for $1,181 on average, our data indicates $1,452 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 points of interest to see during a stopover in Shanghai?

    People's Square, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. People's Square, French Concession, and Shanghai Disneyland can be visited by travelling about 32.7 km, 32.8 km, and 14.1 km respectively from 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $1,426). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,971). 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 14 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$540Average$1,288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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IndiGoCheapest$636Average$1,404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air ChinaCheapest$673Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$864Average$1,787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$886Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$915Average$1,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$926Average$1,353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,057Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,230Average$1,569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,242Average$1,589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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