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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul from $688

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IST
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
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 Thursday or Monday 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 (MEL) 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,141

One-way from

$688

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,735
Sichuan Airlines
  • Sichuan Airlines
  • 23/8-26/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 80h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
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9/7
  • 9/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 20m total
  • Melbourne to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 July 2025.

Sat 23/820:20MEL - IST
1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines
Sun 26/1015:30IST - MEL
1 stop39h 00mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 30/6$1,141
Tue 29/711:00MEL - IST
1 stop28h 00mChina Eastern
Tue 5/814:00IST - MEL
1 stop36h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/6$1,158
Fri 11/720:00MEL - IST
1 stop42h 40mAir China
Mon 11/814:35IST - MEL
1 stop41h 00mAir China
Deal found 2/7$1,199
Fri 11/720:20MEL - IST
1 stop41h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/819:05IST - MEL
2 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$1,312
Fri 11/707:00MEL - SAW
3 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/800:50SAW - MEL
3 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$1,347
Tue 26/810:20MEL - IST
1 stop26h 55mChina Southern
Tue 23/916:00IST - MEL
2 stops33h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 2/7$1,383

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Melbourne

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 23/7

21:30-08:00

1 stop41h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 20/8

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,159

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 4/8

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 13/8

15:40-14:20

1 stop39h 40m

$1,194

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 11/7

20:00-07:40

1 stop42h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 11/8

14:35-14:35

1 stop41h 00m

$1,199

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 31/7

10:20-06:15

1 stop26h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 4/9

16:00-08:40

2 stops33h 40m

$1,254

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 11/7

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 17/8

19:05-06:15

2 stops28h 10m

$1,312

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Sat 26/7

12:05-08:45

3 stops27h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 22/8

00:05-06:15

3 stops47h 10m

$1,388

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 11/7

07:00-13:20

3 stops37h 20m

$700

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Mon 18/8

12:05-08:40

3 stops51h 35m

$704

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 25/9

10:20-06:15

1 stop26h 55m

$744

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 30/7

21:30-08:00

1 stop41h 30m

$755

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul is 49 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,333). 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 4 July 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport 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 Airport to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 4 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, Air China, andChina Eastern from Melbourne Airport 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.
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Air China
7.2
Good
92 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Eastern
7.1
Good
152 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

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 Airport to Istanbul round-trip?

    According to our current data, Sichuan Airlines ($1,141), China Eastern ($1,158), and Air China ($1,199) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul. Users have found that Sichuan Airlines is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $755 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from China Eastern. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sichuan Airlines and China Southern, with prices starting from $758 and $782, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul?

    On average you can expect to pay $4,766 for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is $2,242 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Istanbul) is currently priced at $1,051.

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

    Flights departing from Melbourne Airport and landing in Istanbul stopover in Abu Dhabi most frequently. Doha follows Abu Dhabi in terms of the most common stopover location on Melbourne Airport to Istanbul flights. Shanghai comes next as the third most popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul flights.

  • 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. People's Square, Shanghai Disneyland, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are located about 32.7 km, 14.1 km, and 12.7 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul is Beijing. Chengdu sees the second fewest stopovers for non-direct flights flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul. Chengdu is followed by Guangzhou in terms of the least popular stopover location for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul flights.

  • 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 Airport to Istanbul?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,333). 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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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 4 July 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$940Average$1,222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$941Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapest$1,016Average$1,212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,028Average$1,488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,178Average$1,691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,222Average$1,539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,259Average$1,656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,275Average$1,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,297Average$1,873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,318Average$1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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