What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 24% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights. Find deals

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Beijing (PEK) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,239. Find deals

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 48m. Find deals

What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 22h 25m.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

A quick flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport can take about 24h 35m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,600. The distance between Sydney and Istanbul Airport is about 14962 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

According to our current data, Air China ($917), Sichuan Airlines ($963), and China Southern ($1,015) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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.

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).

What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Istanbul Airport is $1,018. On average you can expect to pay $3,906. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,186.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

When booking a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport, you may want to consider flying on Sichuan Airlines, Air China or China Southern as they are the most popular for this route.

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

Most of the time, Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Abu Dhabi. Kuala Lumpur is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport. Shanghai comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights.

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

Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights have a stopover in Manila least often. Incheon sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights. Beijing comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights.

What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are currently the most popular points of interest in Kuala Lumpur at the moment. Travellers on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur can visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia, by travelling 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively after landing at Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur in need of a car hire can book one at Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $51.

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

People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are located about 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 12.7 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Istanbul Airport.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 39 days in advance, which can save you up to 20% on flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 39 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1,657. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,733.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in November, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,032.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to Istanbul. 18 airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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.

$626+ Cheap Flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport

Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between $1,508 and $2,078 in October. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was $1,142 on Sichuan Airlines (15 Oct-26 Oct). Find deals

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul

Round-trip from	$1,142
One-way from	$626
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	November
Average price	$1,778
Good round-trip deal	$2,779 or less
Good one-way deal	$1,209 or less

Sichuan Airlines
15/10-26/10
2 total stops
80h 20m total
Sydney to Istanbul

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15/10
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41h 10m total
Sydney to Istanbul

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($59 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Wed 15/1021:20SYD - IST

1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines

Sun 26/1015:30IST - SYD

1 stop39h 10mSichuan Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,142

Wed 15/1013:00SYD - IST

2 stops51h 00mChina Eastern

Wed 29/1013:35IST - SYD

3 stops37h 25mChina Eastern

Deal found 15/9$1,165

Wed 29/1020:05SYD - IST

2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1114:00IST - SYD

2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$1,186

Wed 29/1021:30SYD - IST

1 stop42h 40mChina Eastern

Wed 5/1113:35IST - SYD

1 stop40h 00mChina Eastern

Deal found 14/9$1,199

Wed 22/1012:00SYD - IST

1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern

Fri 7/1113:35IST - SYD

1 stop36h 25mChina Eastern

Deal found 15/9$1,202

Tue 21/1021:25SYD - IST

2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/1107:25IST - SYD

2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$1,231

Tue 21/1022:15SYD - IST

2 stops39h 45mChina Southern

Tue 28/1015:50IST - SYD

2 stops31h 40mChina Southern

Deal found 14/9$1,235

Best flights from Sydney to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Sun 9/1116:10SYD - IST

1 stop24h 35mSingapore Airlines

Sun 23/1113:15IST - SYD

1 stop38h 35mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 14/9$1,600

Tue 28/1021:15SYD - IST

1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines

Wed 29/1001:50IST - SYD

1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,670

Tue 3/322:15SYD - IST

1 stop26h 20mMalaysia Airlines

Wed 25/317:10IST - SYD

1 stop30h 45mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,675

Sat 1/1121:30SYD - IST

1 stop28h 50mEtihad Airways

Sun 14/1207:25IST - SYD

1 stop39h 10mEtihad Airways

Deal found 13/9$1,832

Sun 30/1121:15SYD - IST

1 stop21h 30mTurkish Airlines

Wed 14/102:25IST - SYD

1 stop24h 20mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 13/9$2,092

Fri 31/1021:15SYD - IST

1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 21/1101:50IST - SYD

1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$1,678

Sat 1/1121:15SYD - IST

1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 21/1101:50IST - SYD

1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$1,763

Thu 25/907:50SYD - IST

3 stops41h 10mMultiple Airlines

Fri 17/1019:00IST - SYD

2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$2,008

Tue 13/115:35SYD - IST

1 stop22h 35mMultiple Airlines

Thu 26/201:50IST - SYD

1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$2,066

Thu 13/1121:30SYD - IST

1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 19/1103:50IST - SYD

2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$2,179

Sat 1/1121:30SYD - IST

2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 14/1219:30IST - SYD

1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$2,281

Direct flights from Sydney to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Tue 21/1021:55SYD - IST

Nonstop21h 05mTurkish Airlines

Tue 28/1015:05IST - SYD

Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9$1,916

Sat 1/1121:15SYD - IST

Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines

Sun 14/1215:05IST - SYD

Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 13/9$2,152

Wed 24/920:55SYD - IST

Nonstop21h 05mTurkish Airlines

Tue 21/1015:50IST - SYD

Nonstop20h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9$2,442

Tue 4/1121:15SYD - IST

Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines

Mon 17/1115:05IST - SYD

Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9$9,240

Sat 1/1121:15SYD - IST

Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines

Sat 15/1115:05IST - SYD

Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 15/9$12,918

Tue 7/1021:55SYD - IST

Nonstop21h 05mTurkish Airlines

Wed 15/1015:50IST - SYD

Nonstop20h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 15/9$15,936

Tue 14/1021:55SYD - IST

Nonstop21h 05mTurkish Airlines

Tue 21/1015:50IST - SYD

Nonstop20h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 14/9$15,938

Last-minute flights from Sydney to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul. Data last updated 16 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Wed 15/1021:20SYD - IST

1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines

Sun 26/1015:30IST - SYD

1 stop39h 10mSichuan Airlines

Deal found 15/9$1,142

Wed 15/1013:00SYD - IST

2 stops51h 00mChina Eastern

Wed 29/1013:35IST - SYD

3 stops37h 25mChina Eastern

Deal found 15/9$1,165

Tue 21/1021:25SYD - IST

2 stops40h 50mMultiple Airlines

Tue 11/1107:25IST - SYD

2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$1,231

Tue 21/1022:15SYD - IST

2 stops39h 45mChina Southern

Tue 28/1015:50IST - SYD

2 stops31h 40mChina Southern

Deal found 14/9$1,235

Wed 22/1012:00SYD - IST

1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern

Fri 7/1113:35IST - SYD

1 stop36h 25mChina Eastern

Deal found 15/9$1,202

Wed 29/1020:05SYD - IST

2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines

Wed 5/1114:00IST - SYD

2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$1,186

Wed 29/1021:30SYD - IST

1 stop42h 40mChina Eastern

Wed 5/1113:35IST - SYD

1 stop40h 00mChina Eastern

Deal found 14/9$1,199

One-way flights from Sydney to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

Wed 15/1021:20SYD - IST

1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines

Deal found 15/9$626

Tue 11/1120:05SYD - IST

3 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$656

Wed 15/1010:15SYD - IST

3 stops51h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$662

Tue 18/1120:05SYD - IST

2 stops52h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$675

Sat 8/1121:25SYD - IST

1 stop40h 45mSichuan Airlines

Deal found 15/9$683

Sat 25/1013:50SYD - IST

3 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$686

Thu 23/1021:25SYD - IST

3 stops47h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$687

Sun 2/1120:05SYD - IST

3 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/9$692

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SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/11

16:10-08:45

1 stop24h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 23/11

13:15-11:50

1 stop38h 35m

$1,600

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/10

21:15-10:45

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 29/10

01:50-07:25

1 stop21h 35m

$1,670

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/3

22:15-16:35

1 stop26h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 25/3

17:10-07:55

1 stop30h 45m

$1,675

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 31/10

21:15-10:45

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 21/11

01:50-06:35

1 stop20h 45m

$1,678

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/11

21:15-10:45

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 21/11

01:50-06:35

1 stop20h 45m

$1,763

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 1/11

21:30-18:20

1 stop28h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 14/12

07:25-06:35

1 stop39h 10m

$1,832

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 25/9

07:50-18:00

3 stops41h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 17/10

19:00-10:45

2 stops31h 45m

$2,008

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 13/1

15:35-06:10

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 26/2

01:50-06:35

1 stop20h 45m

$2,066

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 30/11

21:15-10:45

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 14/1

02:25-10:45

1 stop24h 20m

$2,092

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/11

21:30-12:55

1 stop23h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 19/11

03:50-17:55

2 stops30h 05m

$2,179

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul

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

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport is 82 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 Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport (average of $860). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,340). 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 SYD to IST?

It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport, such as China Southern, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 5

6.0

Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 5

6.0

Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Qatar Airways

7.4

Good

3,624 reviews

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 5

6.0

Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,250 reviews

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 5

6.0

Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

3,968 reviews

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 5

6.0

Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

China Eastern

7.2

Good

165 reviews

China Southern

7.5

Good

110 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 5

6.0

Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Istanbul?
Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 7.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to Istanbul. 18 airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day.
How long is the flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?
A quick flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport can take about 24h 35m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,600. The distance between Sydney and Istanbul Airport is about 14962 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport round-trip?
According to our current data, Air China ($917), Sichuan Airlines ($963), and China Southern ($1,015) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Istanbul Airport is $1,018. On average you can expect to pay $3,906. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,186.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?
Most of the time, Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights that have stopovers will stop in Abu Dhabi. Kuala Lumpur is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport. Shanghai comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?
Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are currently the most popular points of interest in Kuala Lumpur at the moment. Travellers on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur can visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia, by travelling 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively after landing at Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur in need of a car hire can book one at Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $51.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Shanghai?
People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are located about 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 12.7 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights?
Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights have a stopover in Manila least often. Incheon sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights. Beijing comes in third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights.
Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Istanbul?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Istanbul.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport (average of $860). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,340). 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 Sydney to Istanbul

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Air China	Cheapest$917	Average$1,058	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air China flights
Sichuan Airlines	Cheapest$963	Average$1,124	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Southern	Cheapest$1,016	Average$1,437	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights
China Eastern	Cheapest$1,024	Average$1,235	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
AirAsia X	Cheapest$1,171	Average$1,430	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia X flights
Etihad Airways	Cheapest$1,248	Average$1,631	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest$1,266	Average$1,772	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest$1,291	Average$1,477	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	Cheapest$1,305	Average$1,783	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Asiana Airlines	Cheapest$1,329	Average$1,503	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Asiana Airlines flights

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Cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport from $626

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

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