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Cheap flights from Australia to Istanbul from $454

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 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 12 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,143

One-way from

$454

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,782
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 23/10-5/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 25m total
  • Australia to Istanbul
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16/11
  • 16/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 35m total
  • Australia to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($111 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 12 September 2025.

Thu 23/1012:00SYD - IST
1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 5/1113:35IST - SYD
1 stop36h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/9$1,143
Wed 29/1020:15MEL - IST
1 stop44h 05mAir China
Fri 7/1114:55IST - MEL
1 stop40h 50mAir China
Deal found 11/9$1,148
Wed 22/1012:00MEL - IST
1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 29/1013:35IST - MEL
1 stop36h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/9$1,151
Wed 15/1012:00MEL - IST
1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 22/1014:00IST - MEL
1 stop36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/9$1,157
Wed 29/1020:05SYD - SAW
2 stops34h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1121:15SAW - SYD
3 stops37h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9$1,157
Tue 11/1112:00SYD - IST
1 stop28h 10mChina Eastern
Wed 19/1113:35IST - SYD
1 stop40h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/9$1,173
Thu 30/1020:05SYD - IST
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1107:25IST - SYD
3 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,191
Tue 4/1120:05SYD - IST
2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1114:00IST - SYD
2 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9$1,194
Sat 15/1121:25SYD - IST
1 stop40h 45mSichuan Airlines
Fri 19/1215:30IST - SYD
1 stop39h 10mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,196
Mon 17/1120:15MEL - IST
1 stop44h 05mAir China
Wed 10/1214:55IST - MEL
1 stop40h 50mAir China
Deal found 11/9$1,199
Thu 9/1012:00SYD - IST
1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern
Wed 22/1014:00IST - SYD
1 stop39h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/9$1,206
Wed 19/1120:15MEL - IST
1 stop44h 05mAir China
Wed 26/1114:55IST - MEL
1 stop40h 50mAir China
Deal found 10/9$1,208

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

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Australia

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/10

20:05-21:00

2 stops32h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 19/11

07:25-09:15

3 stops41h 50m

$1,191

AdelaideIstanbul

ADL - IST

ADLIST

Adelaide

Thu 5/3

11:00-06:05

1 stop26h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 18/3

02:00-08:10

1 stop22h 40m

$1,229

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Mon 3/11

20:30-18:20

2 stops26h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 19/11

18:20-04:00

2 stops28h 40m

$1,244

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/10

20:05-20:25

2 stops32h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 19/11

17:20-08:05

2 stops30h 45m

$1,259

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Wed 15/10

05:10-11:35

3 stops35h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 2/11

20:15-04:20

2 stops27h 05m

$1,277

PerthIstanbul

PER - SAW

PERSAW

Perth

Tue 9/12

20:30-16:05

1 stop24h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 12/12

17:20-19:50

1 stop21h 30m

$1,363

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 22/10

16:55-11:20

1 stop26h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 28/10

01:50-10:15

1 stop24h 25m

$1,387

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/10

12:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 19/11

13:35-13:35

1 stop40h 00m

$1,407

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 30/10

11:25-06:40

2 stops51h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 15/11

15:50-21:30

2 stops45h 40m

$1,469

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 16/11

10:45-16:05

1 stop37h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 14/12

17:20-09:15

1 stop31h 55m

$1,494

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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 $860). Flying from Australia to Istanbul 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 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 12 September 2025.

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.

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 12 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,624 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
165 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Istanbul?

    Malaysia Airlines, China Southern, and AirAsia X can get you from Australia to Istanbul in just under 26h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 40m. 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 $682 on Sichuan Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AirAsia X from $683 and China Southern from $774 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to Istanbul, consider Melbourne - Istanbul, Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul or Melbourne - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Australia to Istanbul?

    The cheapest flight price from Australia to Istanbul is $1,023. On average you can expect to pay $3,925. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,075.

  • 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 $860). Flying from Australia to Istanbul 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 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 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$921Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$931Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$963Average$1,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$1,006Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,014Average$1,548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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AirAsia XCheapest$1,177Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,181Average$1,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,185Average$1,437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,208Average$1,989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,228Average$1,845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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