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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Istanbul from $666

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 24/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IST
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,161

One-way from

$666

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,836
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 20/8-16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 40m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
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  • 24/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2025.

Tue 2/921:30MEL - IST
1 stop41h 30mChina Eastern
Thu 30/1013:35IST - MEL
1 stop40h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/6$1,161
Fri 5/920:20MEL - IST
1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines
Wed 1/1015:40IST - MEL
1 stop39h 40mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 12/6$1,174
Wed 29/1011:25MEL - IST
2 stops27h 15mChina Southern
Fri 7/1115:55IST - MEL
1 stop21h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 11/6$1,193
Mon 10/1120:15MEL - IST
1 stop44h 05mAir China
Fri 19/1214:55IST - MEL
1 stop40h 50mAir China
Deal found 10/6$1,270
Tue 15/707:30MEL - IST
3 stops37h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 26/819:00IST - MEL
3 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6$1,285
Tue 29/707:30MEL - SAW
3 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/922:15SAW - MEL
3 stops39h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,299
Mon 6/1000:30MEL - IST
1 stop24h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 21/1018:00IST - MEL
1 stop29h 15mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 11/6$1,555
Tue 4/1123:30MEL - SAW
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 9/1213:40SAW - MEL
1 stop20h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/6$1,761
Sun 10/815:15MEL - SAW
1 stop27h 55mVirgin Australia
Sun 14/913:35SAW - MEL
1 stop20h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/6$1,888
Mon 25/810:35AVV - IST
2 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/1014:10IST - AVV
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6$2,301

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne to Istanbul that are best for you.

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MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 2/9

21:30-08:00

1 stop41h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 30/10

13:35-14:05

1 stop40h 30m

$1,161

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 5/9

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 1/10

15:40-14:20

1 stop39h 40m

$1,174

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

11:25-06:40

2 stops27h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 7/11

15:55-21:30

1 stop21h 35m

$1,193

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

20:15-08:20

1 stop44h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 19/12

14:55-15:45

1 stop40h 50m

$1,270

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 15/7

07:30-13:40

3 stops37h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 26/8

19:00-20:20

3 stops42h 20m

$1,285

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Tue 29/7

07:30-09:20

3 stops32h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 14/9

22:15-20:15

3 stops39h 00m

$1,299

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 6/10

00:30-16:35

1 stop24h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 21/10

18:00-07:15

1 stop29h 15m

$1,555

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Tue 4/11

23:30-12:10

1 stop20h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 9/12

13:40-18:25

1 stop20h 45m

$1,761

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Sun 10/8

15:15-12:10

1 stop27h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 14/9

13:35-16:50

1 stop20h 15m

$1,888

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

12:05-13:05

2 stops32h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 3/8

14:05-05:35

2 stops32h 30m

$1,993

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Melbourne to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,337). 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 MEL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 13 June 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Melbourne to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Istanbul?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 inches 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 13 June 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Melbourne to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,304 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Thai Airways
7.7
Good
335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
407 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Istanbul round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Eastern ($1,161), Sichuan Airlines ($1,174), and China Southern ($1,193) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Istanbul. China Eastern is currently priced 30% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for China Eastern. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $752. Users have also found prices from $758 and $867 on Sichuan Airlines and Air China, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Melbourne to Istanbul are Melbourne - Istanbul, Melbourne - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen and Melbourne Avalon - Istanbul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Istanbul?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Melbourne to Istanbul? While on average our users pay $4,236, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $963. The most popular route (Melbourne - Istanbul), is priced around $1,044.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Melbourne to Istanbul?

    Most of the time, Melbourne to Istanbul flights that have stopovers will stop in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is followed by Doha in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Melbourne to Istanbul. Shanghai sees the third most stopovers on flights from Melbourne to Istanbul.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a stopover in Shanghai?

    If you're on a stopover in Shanghai and looking for things to do, consider visiting People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, or Shanghai WIld Animal Park. Travelers on a layover in Shanghai can visit People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park, by traveling 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 12.7 km, respectively after landing at Shanghai Pu Dong.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Melbourne to Istanbul flights?

    Melbourne to Istanbul flights have a stopover in Beijing least often. Chengdu is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Melbourne to Istanbul. Guangzhou sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Melbourne to Istanbul route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Melbourne to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,337). 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 Melbourne to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 13 June 2025.
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Air ChinaCheapest$946Average$1,223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$949Average$1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$1,027Average$1,327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,031Average$1,478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,188Average$1,716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,243Average$1,611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,268Average$1,665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,285Average$1,498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,300Average$1,866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,329Average$1,744FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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