Cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport from $590
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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul are usually found in March or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday
Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 27 November 2025.
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 27 November 2025.
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - IST
1 stop29h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/1219:50IST - SYD
1 stop26h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,653
Sun 30/1113:35SYD - IST
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1206:05IST - SYD
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,691
Sat 6/1222:00SYD - IST
1 stop41h 10mChina Southern
Tue 23/1215:20IST - SYD
2 stops32h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$1,734
Wed 26/1115:50SYD - IST
1 stop28h 30mQatar Airways
Fri 5/1213:50IST - SYD
1 stop21h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,740
Wed 26/1115:50SYD - IST
1 stop28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1206:05IST - SYD
3 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,744
Tue 2/1222:00SYD - IST
2 stops40h 40mChina Southern
Tue 9/1215:20IST - SYD
2 stops31h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$1,745
Fri 5/1211:25SYD - IST
2 stops27h 15mChina Southern
Fri 12/1214:10IST - SYD
1 stop32h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$1,763
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - IST
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1215:30IST - SYD
1 stop39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,831
Mon 1/1222:00SYD - IST
2 stops64h 40mChina Southern
Mon 8/1214:10IST - SYD
1 stop35h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$1,847
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 27 November 2025.
Thu 15/108:10SYD - IST
1 stop31h 00mChina Southern
Thu 29/115:20IST - SYD
2 stops31h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$1,537
Tue 3/322:15SYD - IST
1 stop26h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 14/302:00IST - SYD
1 stop21h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,660
Sat 16/521:15SYD - IST
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/601:35IST - SYD
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,748
Sat 28/221:45SYD - IST
1 stop23h 10mEtihad Airways
Wed 18/314:00IST - SYD
1 stop32h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,785
Sun 1/322:15SYD - IST
1 stop26h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 14/302:00IST - SYD
1 stop21h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,680
Thu 15/122:00SYD - IST
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/120:00IST - SYD
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,817
Sun 1/322:15SYD - IST
1 stop26h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 12/302:00IST - SYD
1 stop34h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,688
Sun 15/321:15SYD - IST
1 stop21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/402:10IST - SYD
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,862
Tue 3/322:15SYD - IST
1 stop26h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 19/317:10IST - SYD
1 stop30h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,717
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 27 November 2025.
Tue 13/121:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 17/215:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,411
Mon 19/121:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Fri 30/115:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/11$2,591
Thu 15/121:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Wed 28/115:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,697
Thu 15/121:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 29/115:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,706
Tue 2/1221:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 9/1215:30IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,834
Tue 20/121:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Mon 26/115:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/11$2,969
Fri 16/121:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Sat 24/115:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/11$3,178
Thu 25/1221:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Fri 30/115:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 26/11$3,304
Thu 25/1221:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 1/115:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/11$3,359
Fri 16/121:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Fri 23/115:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/11$3,367
Fri 9/121:15SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 29/115:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/11$3,381
Wed 24/1221:45SYD - IST
Nonstop21h 40mTurkish Airlines
Wed 31/1215:05IST - SYD
Nonstop20h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/11$3,512
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul. Data last updated 27 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 26/1115:50SYD - IST
1 stop28h 30mQatar Airways
Fri 5/1213:50IST - SYD
1 stop21h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,740
Wed 26/1115:50SYD - IST
1 stop28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/1206:05IST - SYD
3 stops28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,744
Sun 30/1113:35SYD - IST
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1206:05IST - SYD
3 stops30h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$1,691
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - IST
1 stop29h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 7/1219:50IST - SYD
1 stop26h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/11$1,653
Mon 1/1221:30SYD - IST
1 stop29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1215:30IST - SYD
1 stop39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$1,831
Mon 1/1222:00SYD - IST
2 stops64h 40mChina Southern
Mon 8/1214:10IST - SYD
1 stop35h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$1,847
Tue 2/1222:00SYD - IST
2 stops40h 40mChina Southern
Tue 9/1215:20IST - SYD
2 stops31h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 26/11$1,745
Fri 5/1211:25SYD - IST
2 stops27h 15mChina Southern
Fri 12/1214:10IST - SYD
1 stop32h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$1,763
Sat 6/1222:00SYD - IST
1 stop41h 10mChina Southern
Tue 23/1215:20IST - SYD
2 stops32h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$1,734
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 27 November 2025.
Sat 17/121:25SYD - IST
1 stop40h 45mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 25/11$590
Thu 15/111:25SYD - IST
1 stop27h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$595
Sat 17/121:50SYD - IST
3 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$610
Thu 15/121:50SYD - IST
3 stops46h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11$653
Sat 17/115:15SYD - IST
2 stops71h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 25/11$676
Fri 13/207:45SYD - IST
2 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/11$684
Wed 7/120:40SYD - IST
1 stop43h 40mAir China
Deal found 25/11$730
Fri 6/221:30SYD - IST
1 stop42h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 25/11$755
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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SydneyIstanbul
SYD - IST
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 15/1
08:10-07:10
1 stop31h 00m
Istanbul
Thu 29/1
15:20-06:35
2 stops31h 15m
$1,537
SydneyIstanbul
SYD - IST
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 3/3
22:15-16:35
1 stop26h 20m
Istanbul
Sat 14/3
02:00-07:55
1 stop21h 55m
$1,660
SydneyIstanbul
SYD - IST
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 1/3
22:15-16:35
1 stop26h 20m
Istanbul
Sat 14/3
02:00-07:55
1 stop21h 55m
$1,680
SydneyIstanbul
SYD - IST
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 1/3
22:15-16:35
1 stop26h 20m
Istanbul
Thu 12/3
02:00-20:35
1 stop34h 35m
$1,688
SydneyIstanbul
SYD - IST
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 3/3
22:15-16:35
1 stop26h 20m
Istanbul
Thu 19/3
17:10-07:55
1 stop30h 45m
$1,717
SydneyIstanbul
SYD - IST
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 16/5
21:15-15:40
1 stop25h 25m
Istanbul
Sun 14/6
01:35-19:30
2 stops34h 55m
$1,748
SydneyIstanbul
SYD - IST
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 28/2
21:45-12:55
1 stop23h 10m
Istanbul
Wed 18/3
14:00-06:35
1 stop32h 35m
$1,785
SydneyIstanbul
SYD - IST
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 15/1
22:00-06:40
2 stops40h 40m
Istanbul
Thu 29/1
20:00-08:25
2 stops28h 25m
$1,817
SydneyIstanbul
SYD - IST
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 15/3
21:15-10:45
1 stop21h 30m
Istanbul
Wed 15/4
02:10-09:45
1 stop24h 35m
$1,862
SydneyIstanbul
SYD - IST
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 17/1
21:25-06:10
1 stop40h 45m
$590
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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?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.
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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport (average of $1,018). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,425). 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?
Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 27 November 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
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?
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 25% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Xi'an (XIY) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,440.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 22h 21m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 43m.
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 27 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport, such as Emirates, China Southern, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
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 26h 20m. China Southern provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,660. 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 ($971), Sichuan Airlines ($986), and China Southern ($1,038) 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 $1,610. On average you can expect to pay $4,696. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,064.
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?
Berjaya Times Square, Petronas Towers, 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 Berjaya Times Square, Petronas Towers, and National Mosque of Malaysia, by travelling 44.9 km, 46.6 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 $41.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Shanghai?
People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Jing'an Temple 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 Jing'an Temple are located about 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 35.4 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 Incheon least often. Chengdu 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport (average of $1,018). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,425). 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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