Cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport from $695
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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
30 Sep — 7 Oct1
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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 August, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Monday
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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 31 August 2026.
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Deal found 30/8$1,223
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Deal found 26/8$1,228
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Deal found 27/8$1,241
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Deal found 31/8$1,288
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Deal found 31/8$1,290
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Deal found 31/8$1,298
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Deal found 27/8$1,320
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Deal found 31/8$1,322
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Deal found 27/8$1,323
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 31 August 2026.
Sat 26/920:20 -
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Deal found 27/8$1,634
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Deal found 27/8$1,800
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Deal found 28/8$1,841
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Deal found 31/8$1,955
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Deal found 31/8$2,186
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Deal found 28/8$2,324
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Deal found 30/8$2,335
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Deal found 31/8$2,070
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Deal found 31/8$2,331
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1 stop22h 05m
Deal found 30/8$2,340
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 31 August 2026.
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Deal found 29/8$2,098
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Deal found 30/8$2,137
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Deal found 29/8$2,184
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Deal found 30/8$2,320
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Deal found 29/8$2,346
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Deal found 27/8$2,349
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Deal found 28/8$2,479
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Deal found 27/8$2,495
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul. Data last updated 31 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 31/8$1,482
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Deal found 29/8$1,400
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Deal found 27/8$1,453
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Deal found 29/8$1,334
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Deal found 28/8$1,407
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Deal found 28/8$1,440
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2 stops35h 00m
Deal found 30/8$1,428
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 31 August 2026.
Thu 1/1020:50 -
1 stop22h 45m
Deal found 29/8$695
Thu 15/1021:35 -
1 stop23h 00m
Deal found 30/8$698
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Deal found 29/8$699
Sun 20/921:45 -
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Deal found 28/8$703
Mon 19/1021:35 -
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Deal found 31/8$709
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Deal found 29/8$713
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Deal found 30/8$715
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Deal found 30/8$717
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Deal found 30/8$719
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Deal found 30/8$722
Find 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 31 August 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 31 August 2026.
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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 26/9
20:20-06:30
1 stop41h 10m
Istanbul
Sun 25/10
15:30-15:05
1 stop39h 35m
$1,634
SydneyIstanbul
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 29/10
21:10-14:25
1 stop25h 15m
Istanbul
Mon 2/11
20:05-07:35
2 stops27h 30m
$1,800
SydneyIstanbul
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 27/9
21:05-11:20
1 stop21h 15m
Istanbul
Fri 16/10
01:55-17:00
1 stop31h 05m
$1,841
SydneyIstanbul
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 8/11
10:35-17:40
2 stops63h 05m
Istanbul
Sun 29/11
18:30-10:20
2 stops31h 50m
$1,955
SydneyIstanbul
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 11/9
09:15-17:25
2 stops39h 10m
Istanbul
Thu 17/9
18:15-10:20
2 stops33h 05m
$2,070
Fastest return journey
SydneyIstanbul
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 27/9
21:05-11:20
1 stop21h 15m
Istanbul
Tue 6/10
01:40-10:40
1 stop25h 00m
$2,186
SydneyIstanbul
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 18/10
12:40-16:20
2 stops35h 40m
Istanbul
Tue 27/10
17:55-07:25
3 stops29h 30m
$2,324
SydneyIstanbul
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 12/11
12:20-13:55
3 stops33h 35m
Istanbul
Sun 22/11
20:05-07:30
2 stops27h 25m
$2,331
SydneyIstanbul
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 11/9
20:45-18:35
1 stop28h 50m
Istanbul
Thu 17/9
13:45-18:50
2 stops22h 05m
$2,335
SydneyIstanbul
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul
SYDIST
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 15/9
20:10-18:05
1 stop28h 55m
Istanbul
Sat 3/10
16:25-21:30
1 stop22h 05m
$2,340
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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 32 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 $1,503). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,000). 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 31 August 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport as you normally would.
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 $1,492 and $2,057 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,223 on China Eastern (2 Nov–18 Nov).
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.
Guangzhou (CAN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 24% 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.
Beijing (PEK) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,586.
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 Bangkok (BKK) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 22h 57m.
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 3h 12m.
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 31 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport, such as Qatar Airways,Turkish Airlines, andEtihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Impossible to be comfortable in economy. You need to do better for long haul flights. Food was stale
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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. 17 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 0 outbound flights 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 25h 15m. Sichuan Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,800. 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 ($606), AirAsia X ($682), and Virgin Australia ($897) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport for 62% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport one-way?
To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air China, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $349. AirAsia X flights start at $366 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $475 one-way.
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?
The cheapest flight price from Sydney to Istanbul Airport is $742. On average you can expect to pay $4,132. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,209.
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 Guangzhou. Abu Dhabi is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport. Kuala Lumpur comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights.
What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?
Petronas Towers, Sunway Lagoon Theme Park, and Berjaya Times Square are the most popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Petronas Towers, Sunway Lagoon Theme Park and Berjaya Times Square are located about 46.6 km, 38.5 km, and 44.9 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Kuala Lumpur looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about $43 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights?
Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights have a stopover in Chengdu least often. Beijing sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Istanbul Airport flights. Bangkok 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 $1,503). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,000). 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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