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Flights to Istanbul in 2025

Find the latest flights to Istanbul in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 29 abril 2025.

Return from

$1,229

One-way from

$735

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,872
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 9/5-12/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 87h 40m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
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22/5
  • 22/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 50m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($56 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 abril 2025.

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2 stops31h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4$1,439
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1 stop37h 40mAsiana Airlines
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1 stop31h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,528
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1 stop22h 35mEtihad Airways
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1 stop38h 05mEtihad Airways
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1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
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1 stop28h 20mVirgin Australia
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1 stop26h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/4$1,864
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1 stop22h 15mEmirates
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2 stops49h 00mEmirates
Deal found 28/4$1,984

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Locate flights to Istanbul that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 29 abril 2025.
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SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sex 9/5

11:20-08:00

3 stops51h 40m

Istanbul

qui 12/6

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,229

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SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

seg 12/5

20:45-04:55

2 stops39h 10m

Istanbul

seg 19/5

16:10-11:35

2 stops36h 25m

$1,322

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sáb 19/7

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

seg 11/8

15:40-14:15

1 stop39h 35m

$1,350

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ter 10/6

22:10-16:35

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

seg 16/6

01:40-10:00

1 stop25h 20m

$1,358

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sáb 7/6

21:45-06:15

1 stop39h 30m

Istanbul

ter 17/6

16:00-06:25

2 stops31h 25m

$1,480

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

qui 2/10

12:50-11:50

2 stops30h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

dom 26/10

00:45-20:50

3 stops36h 05m

$1,496

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

qua 4/6

09:30-16:10

1 stop37h 40m

Istanbul

qua 9/7

17:30-07:30

1 stop31h 00m

$1,528

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sáb 10/5

21:30-13:05

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

sex 13/6

14:10-06:10

1 stop33h 00m

$1,544

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom 19/10

19:05-21:20

2 stops58h 15m

Istanbul

qua 12/11

19:00-21:15

2 stops42h 15m

$1,702

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

qui 2/10

20:45-18:45

1 stop29h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

seg 27/10

13:40-18:50

1 stop21h 10m

$1,781

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Best time to book a flight to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Istanbul

When is the best time to book a flight to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights to Istanbul is 78 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.

How long is the flight to Istanbul?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Istanbul takes 21 hours 40 minutes. Flights to Istanbul from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Istanbul should consider flying on Monday at midday, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Istanbul are Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways and China Southern.

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

From $890

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

From $823

China Southern

China Southern

From $671

China Eastern

China Eastern

From $708

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Istanbul?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Istanbul are Air China, Sichuan Airlines and China Southern.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 mm per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, 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).

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 29 abril 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about ANA, Asiana Airlines and Garuda Indonesia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
855 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
855 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
855 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very Good
442 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
855 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
72 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
855 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,213 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
855 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
855 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.6

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.

FAQs about flying to Istanbul

Istanbul insider information

  • Turkish coffee, the so-strong-you-can-stand-up-your-spoon-in-it blend may be better known, but Turks drink tea during the day. You’ll more than likely be offered a cup if you’re shopping in a bazaar. It’s not rude to refuse a cup, but be upfront with your host if you’re not going to buy. Apple tea, elma cai, is particularly popular with visitors.
  • If you need a break from the hubbub of Istanbul, take to the water. A ferry ride along the Bosphorus River is a really wonderful way of seeing the city.
  • Bagdat Caddesi is one of the most upmarket streets in Istanbul. It’s on the Asian side of the city. From the European side, take a ferry to Kadikoy and continue on a dolmus.
  • Galata Tower is a huge stone circular landmark that offers fantastic views of the city. In times past, it was the lookout of Galata, the Genoese town.
  • If you want to buy the traditional kilim (carpet), without the Grand Bazaar experience – visit the small towns in the countryside where the carpets are made.

  • What is the best way to travel around Istanbul?

    Several major car-rental companies have desks at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). There are metro, bus and taxi services to the city. There is an express bus service called Havas, which departs every 30 minutes. If you have lots of luggage, take the metro to Aksaray and a taxi from there as it can be tricky negotiating a busy tram otherwise. Walking is the best way to see this beautiful city. Another wonderful way of getting around is to take a ferry or catamaran along the Golden Horn or up the Bosphorus. It’s cheap to travel by public transport. The fast-growing metro system (underground and trains) saves you from the traffic jams, but travelling by tram will give you a great view of Istanbul. There is a comprehensive bus system, however traffic congestion makes it a slow way of getting around. The Akbil electronic transit pass is valid on buses, trams, light rail, funiculars and ferry boats. Dolmuses (shared minibus taxis) are more comfortable than the metropolitan buses and cheaper than taxis. They can be hailed along their route or at a stand. When you board, tell the driver where you are going and find out the cost. For a private yellow taxi, have a hotel call one for you and ensure that the meter is running before you set off.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Istanbul if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Istanbul on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Istanbul?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air China is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Istanbul.

  • How much is a return flight to Istanbul?

    A return flight to Istanbul will typically cost around $1,441, however they can be found for as little as $135.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Istanbul depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Istanbul, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 25 minutes).

  • Does Istanbul have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Istanbul can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Istanbul?

    Yes. Istanbul has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. havalimanına yakın konumda daire is the closest property to Istanbul (0.0 km away from Istanbul).

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