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Cheap flights from Australia to Istanbul from $684

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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
5 Sep — 12 Sep1
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 6 August 2026.

Sat 17/1012:30 -
2 stops32h 35m
Wed 21/1017:15 -
1 stop21h 35m
Deal found 4/8$1,218
Sun 16/820:50 -
1 stop24h 15m
Sun 6/917:20 -
1 stop21h 30m
Deal found 4/8$1,224
Sat 8/820:50 -
1 stop24h 15m
Fri 21/817:15 -
1 stop29h 30m
Deal found 6/8$1,229
Sun 16/820:50 -
1 stop24h 15m
Mon 14/917:15 -
1 stop21h 35m
Deal found 1/8$1,234
Thu 6/820:50 -
1 stop24h 15m
Wed 19/817:15 -
1 stop29h 30m
Deal found 1/8$1,235
Sun 20/920:50 -
1 stop24h 15m
Wed 18/1117:20 -
1 stop21h 35m
Deal found 3/8$1,242
Sun 6/921:10 -
2 stops40h 25m
Mon 14/914:20 -
1 stop35h 20m
Deal found 6/8$1,244
Sun 6/905:35 -
2 stops39h 30m
Sun 20/917:20 -
1 stop21h 30m
Deal found 5/8$1,244
Sun 20/910:05 -
2 stops27h 55m
Sat 3/1014:00 -
2 stops35h 00m
Deal found 5/8$1,248
Fri 28/820:30 -
1 stop42h 40m
Mon 21/914:00 -
3 stops35h 00m
Deal found 4/8$1,249
Tue 18/810:20 -
1 stop27h 55m
Sun 1/1114:10 -
1 stop35h 35m
Deal found 6/8$1,252
Mon 17/810:20 -
2 stops27h 15m
Tue 25/815:30 -
2 stops34h 10m
Deal found 6/8$1,254

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 6 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,218

One-way from

$688

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,544
17/10-21/10
  • 17/10-21/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 10m total
  • Australia to Istanbul
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29/9
  • 29/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 15m total
  • Australia to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($168 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 6/9

11:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 9/9

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,436

MelbourneIstanbul

AVV Melbourne Avalon - IST Istanbul

AVVIST

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 3/9

06:00-07:15

2 stops32h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 16/9

14:20-22:50

2 stops25h 30m

$1,483

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 20/9

10:05-07:00

2 stops27h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 14/10

14:00-13:35

1 stop39h 35m

$1,585

SydneyIstanbul

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - IST Istanbul

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/8

10:00-08:10

2 stops53h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 31/8

14:00-08:00

3 stops35h 00m

$1,605

MelbourneIstanbul

AVV Melbourne Avalon - IST Istanbul

AVVIST

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 6/9

06:00-07:15

2 stops32h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 14/9

14:20-22:50

2 stops25h 30m

$1,663

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 21/10

23:45-18:35

1 stop26h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 30/10

13:50-17:50

1 stop20h 00m

$1,668

PerthIstanbul

PER Perth - IST Istanbul

PERIST

Perth

Tue 20/10

15:50-11:20

1 stop24h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 8/11

17:15-01:25

1 stop27h 10m

$1,722

PerthIstanbul

PER Perth - IST Istanbul

PERIST

Perth

Fri 23/10

15:50-11:20

1 stop24h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 11/11

01:50-01:25

1 stop18h 35m

$1,722

PerthIstanbul

PER Perth - IST Istanbul

PERIST

Perth

Tue 20/10

15:50-11:20

1 stop24h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 8/11

01:50-01:25

1 stop18h 35m

$1,722

PerthIstanbul

PER Perth - IST Istanbul

PERIST

Perth

Fri 4/9

14:50-12:40

1 stop26h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 29/9

16:50-23:45

1 stop25h 55m

$1,747

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Istanbul (average of $1,514). Flying from Australia to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,068). 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 6 August 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Australia to Istanbul?

The price you pay for your flight from Australia to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 59 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 6 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,737 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
China Southern
7.4
Good
168 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,498 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines
China Eastern
7.3
Good
231 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,644 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Feb 2026

EBB - DXB

Emirates is the best airline in the world Big up Emirates airlines

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?

    IndiGo, China Eastern, and Qatar Airways can get you from Australia to Istanbul in just under 26h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 30m. The distance from Australia to Istanbul is about 14631 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 $304 on AirAsia X. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air China from $355 and Etihad Airways from $490 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 $989. On average you can expect to pay $1,697. The most popular route, (Melbourne - Istanbul), can usually be booked for $1,129.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Istanbul (average of $1,514). Flying from Australia to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,068). 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 6 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsia XCheapest$361Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Air ChinaCheapest$615Average$1,424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IndiGoCheapest$652Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$823Average$1,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$842Average$1,947FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$861Average$1,787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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China EasternCheapest$923Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$941Average$1,332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$952Average$1,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$972Average$1,763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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