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Cheap flights from Australia to Istanbul from $589

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 15/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Istanbul

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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 22 April 2026.

Wed 3/620:50
PER
-
IST
2 stops39h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/611:10
IST
-
PER
2 stops27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,120
Sat 9/511:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop28h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 17/514:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop39h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/4$1,134
Tue 1/920:50
PER
-
IST
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/914:20
IST
-
PER
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,149
Mon 8/617:20
PER
-
IST
2 stops43h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 22/620:05
IST
-
PER
2 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$1,181
Sun 17/510:05
SYD
-
IST
2 stops53h 05m
China Eastern
Tue 23/614:00
IST
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/4$1,186
Tue 1/920:50
PER
-
SAW
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/917:15
SAW
-
PER
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,204
Thu 30/405:35
PER
-
IST
3 stops54h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/511:10
IST
-
PER
3 stops36h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4$1,206
Mon 31/811:05
BNE
-
IST
1 stop28h 05m
China Eastern
Wed 9/914:00
IST
-
BNE
1 stop36h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/4$1,222
Mon 12/1016:40
SYD
-
IST
1 stop28h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 16/1114:00
IST
-
SYD
1 stop19h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4$1,222
Tue 26/511:00
SYD
-
IST
1 stop28h 10m
China Eastern
Wed 27/514:00
IST
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/4$1,223
Sat 9/511:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop28h 10m
China Eastern
Tue 19/514:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop39h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/4$1,225
Wed 12/810:05
SYD
-
IST
2 stops27h 55m
China Eastern
Fri 11/914:00
IST
-
SYD
1 stop39h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/4$1,225

Find flight deals from Australia to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,120

One-way from

$589

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,630
3/6-10/6
  • 3/6-10/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 10m total
  • Australia to Istanbul
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15/7
  • 15/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 20m total
  • Australia to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($142 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 22 April 2026.
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SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

10:05-08:10

2 stops53h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 16/6

14:00-08:00

2 stops59h 00m

$1,294

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

20:30-08:10

1 stop42h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 10/6

14:00-08:00

2 stops59h 00m

$1,472

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Sun 23/8

15:50-11:20

1 stop24h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 24/9

01:40-01:10

1 stop18h 30m

$1,571

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Sat 6/6

17:20-17:25

2 stops29h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 21/6

18:15-16:15

2 stops41h 00m

$1,581

PerthIstanbul

PER - SAW

PERSAW

Perth

Thu 21/5

20:50-16:05

1 stop24h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 1/6

17:15-19:50

1 stop21h 35m

$1,635

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/5

15:40-12:35

1 stop27h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 27/5

13:50-16:50

1 stop20h 00m

$1,652

PerthIstanbul

PER - IST

PERIST

Perth

Sun 17/5

07:30-14:20

2 stops35h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 1/6

11:10-12:15

1 stop20h 05m

$1,752

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 9/5

11:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 18/5

14:00-10:00

2 stops61h 00m

$1,761

BrisbaneIstanbul

BNE - IST

BNEIST

Brisbane

Mon 18/5

10:10-06:35

2 stops27h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 22/5

14:20-09:30

2 stops36h 10m

$1,807

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 24/5

17:20-12:35

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 6/9

14:10-15:50

1 stop18h 40m

$1,818

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Istanbul (average of $1,415). Flying from Australia to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,007). 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 22 April 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.

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 22 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,China Southern, andTurkish Airlines 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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

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!
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

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!
China Southern
7.4
Good
149 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

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!
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,325 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

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!
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

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!
China Eastern
7.2
Good
208 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

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

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?

    China Eastern, Turkish Airlines, and Etihad Airways can get you from Australia to Istanbul in just under 24h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 28h 35m. The distance from Australia to Istanbul is about 12062 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 $299 on AirAsia X. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air China from $349 and Sichuan Airlines from $487 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Australia to Istanbul, consider Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul, Melbourne - Istanbul or Sydney Kingsford Smith - 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 $887. On average you can expect to pay $3,351. The most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,144.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Istanbul (average of $1,415). Flying from Australia to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,007). 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 22 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$355Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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IndiGoCheapest$642Average$1,370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air ChinaCheapest$654Average$1,241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$824Average$1,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$840Average$1,596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$897Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$900Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$938Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$999Average$1,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,059Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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