Cheap flights from Australia to Istanbul from $406

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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
13 Feb — 20 Feb1
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Cheap flight deals from Australia to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated 14 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$879

One-way from

$406

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,777
8/3-13/3
  • 8/3-13/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 00m total
  • Australia to Istanbul
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 7/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 10m total
  • Australia to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($185 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 January 2026.

Sun 8/320:40
PER
-
SAW
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/317:20
SAW
-
PER
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$879
Mon 11/511:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop28h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 26/514:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop39h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/1$1,076
Sat 7/205:35
PER
-
IST
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/220:00
IST
-
PER
3 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1$1,088
Fri 6/322:30
MEL
-
IST
1 stop41h 40m
China Eastern
Fri 13/313:35
IST
-
MEL
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/1$1,097
Wed 4/322:30
MEL
-
IST
1 stop41h 40m
China Eastern
Sun 15/313:35
IST
-
MEL
1 stop40h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/1$1,100
Sun 8/214:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/220:00
IST
-
MEL
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,114
Thu 12/323:30
MEL
-
IST
2 stops39h 10m
China Southern
Thu 2/416:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop30h 50m
China Southern
Deal found 14/1$1,115
Mon 11/511:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop28h 00m
China Eastern
Thu 14/514:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop39h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 12/1$1,117
Mon 20/423:35
PER
-
IST
1 stop35h 40m
China Southern
Mon 27/400:30
IST
-
PER
1 stop40h 25m
China Southern
Deal found 13/1$1,123
Thu 19/220:40
PER
-
SAW
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/317:20
SAW
-
PER
2 stops53h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$1,123
Tue 10/205:35
PER
-
IST
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/220:00
IST
-
PER
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$1,124
Sun 1/317:45
PER
-
SAW
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/317:20
SAW
-
PER
3 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$1,127

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Australia to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

Australia

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PerthIstanbul

PER - SAW

PERSAW

Perth

Sun 8/3

20:40-16:05

1 stop24h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 13/3

17:20-19:55

1 stop21h 35m

$879

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Tue 10/2

05:35-11:20

2 stops34h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 25/2

20:00-04:15

2 stops27h 15m

$1,124

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Wed 25/2

01:40-14:25

2 stops41h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 5/3

20:05-00:40

2 stops23h 35m

$1,153

PerthIstanbul

PER - SAW

PERSAW

Perth

Sun 15/2

17:45-12:10

2 stops23h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 2/3

17:20-04:15

2 stops29h 55m

$1,163

PerthIstanbul

PER - SAW

PERSAW

Perth

Thu 19/2

20:40-16:05

1 stop24h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/3

17:20-04:15

3 stops29h 55m

$1,166

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Sun 15/2

05:35-05:20

2 stops28h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

16:20-04:15

2 stops30h 55m

$1,184

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Sun 1/3

07:00-12:55

3 stops34h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 11/3

14:00-04:30

2 stops33h 30m

$1,230

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/3

21:25-06:10

1 stop40h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 15/3

15:30-14:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,260

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Sun 1/3

16:15-10:45

1 stop23h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 10/3

02:00-01:25

1 stop18h 25m

$1,332

AdelaideIstanbul

ADL - IST

ADLIST

Adelaide

Wed 6/5

09:45-05:15

1 stop26h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 20/5

01:40-07:00

1 stop22h 50m

$1,351

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Istanbul

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Australia to Istanbul?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Istanbul (average of $379). Flying from Australia to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,387). 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 AU to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Istanbul as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Australia to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Australia to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 14 January 2026.

The most flights from AU0 to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, andChina Southern from Australia to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

AMS - DOH

Boarding was very bad. No communication about the delay. No information at all! The flight itself was excellent!

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Australia to Istanbul?

    Sichuan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, and Turkish Airlines can get you from Australia to Istanbul in just under 26h. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 45m. The distance from Australia to Istanbul is about 13990 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Istanbul one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $380 on AirAsia X. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air China from $387 and Sichuan Airlines from $519 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Istanbul?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Australia to Istanbul?

    The cheapest flight price from Australia to Istanbul is $777. On average you can expect to pay $3,383. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $778.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Australia to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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 Australia to Istanbul?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Istanbul (average of $379). Flying from Australia to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,387). 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 Australia to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Australia 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 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$380Average$1,703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air ChinaCheapest$899Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$914Average$1,679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$920Average$1,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$937Average$2,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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China EasternCheapest$990Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search China Eastern flights
China SouthernCheapest$1,007Average$1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,118Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Malaysia Airlines flights
IndiGoCheapest$1,205Average$1,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,305Average$1,707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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