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Cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul from $726

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — IST
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,244

One-way from

$726

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,872
China Eastern
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  • 6 total stops
  • 110h 20m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
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  • 5/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 00m total
  • Sydney to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Fri 1/811:20SYD - IST
3 stops51h 40mChina Eastern
Sun 31/814:00IST - SYD
3 stops35h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 30/4$1,235
Fri 8/819:40SYD - IST
1 stop43h 00mAir China
Fri 22/814:45IST - SYD
1 stop41h 05mAir China
Deal found 29/4$1,237
Sat 3/520:20SYD - IST
1 stop41h 10mSichuan Airlines
Sun 11/515:40IST - SYD
1 stop39h 35mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,312
Thu 10/709:15SYD - IST
2 stops27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 22/807:30IST - SYD
2 stops41h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,344
Tue 2/922:10SYD - IST
1 stop25h 25mMalaysia Airlines
Wed 10/901:40IST - SYD
1 stop21h 55mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,360
Sun 11/521:45SYD - IST
2 stops39h 15mChina Southern
Sat 14/616:00IST - SYD
2 stops31h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 29/4$1,376
Mon 2/620:45SYD - SAW
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/800:10SAW - SYD
3 stops36h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,514
Wed 4/609:30SYD - IST
1 stop37h 40mAsiana Airlines
Wed 9/717:30IST - SYD
1 stop31h 00mAsiana Airlines
Deal found 29/4$1,529
Mon 5/521:30SYD - IST
1 stop22h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 11/514:10IST - SYD
1 stop20h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,530
Wed 30/406:00SYD - IST
1 stop22h 35mEmirates
Tue 20/523:20IST - SYD
1 stop35h 00mEmirates
Deal found 29/4$1,624
Sun 4/515:40SYD - SAW
1 stop38h 05mEtihad Airways
Sat 10/500:10SAW - SYD
1 stop34h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,742
Sun 16/1115:50SYD - SAW
1 stop28h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 25/1113:40SAW - SYD
1 stop21h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/4$1,824

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 30 April 2025.
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SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/5

11:20-08:00

3 stops51h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 21/5

14:00-07:40

3 stops58h 40m

$1,244

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 3/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 11/5

15:40-14:15

1 stop39h 35m

$1,312

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/7

09:15-06:10

2 stops27h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 22/8

07:30-07:50

2 stops41h 20m

$1,344

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/5

21:45-06:00

2 stops39h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 14/6

16:00-06:25

2 stops31h 25m

$1,376

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 2/6

20:45-18:45

2 stops29h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 4/8

00:10-19:30

3 stops36h 20m

$1,514

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/6

09:30-16:10

1 stop37h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 9/7

17:30-07:30

1 stop31h 00m

$1,529

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 5/5

21:30-13:05

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 11/5

14:10-18:00

1 stop20h 50m

$1,530

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/6

22:10-16:35

1 stop25h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 23/6

01:40-10:00

1 stop25h 20m

$1,600

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 4/5

15:40-22:45

1 stop38h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 10/5

00:10-18:00

1 stop34h 50m

$1,742

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 26/7

14:50-12:10

1 stop28h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 27/8

20:05-06:15

1 stop27h 10m

$1,831

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Istanbul is 78 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 Sydney to Istanbul?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Sydney 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 SYD to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 30 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Sydney to Istanbul in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 30 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sydney to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about ANA, Asiana Airlines and Garuda Indonesia. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
852 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
ANA
8.3
Very Good
852 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
852 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very Good
442 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
852 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very Good
72 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
852 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
852 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
ANA
8.3
Very Good
852 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.6

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Mar 2025

SFO - HND

Don't bother with economy, it's so small!!! I'm a small person and I was cramped in the middle seat on a 11 hour flight. Not fun. Go for business or first class for such a long flight if you can or be prepared to have trouble moving when you stand up. Also be prepared to have trouble sleeping too. Crew was awesome though, they were helpful and provided excellent service.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Sydney, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith, which is the city’s only airport. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is located 7.5 km from the centre of Sydney. There are 0 flights from Kingsford Smith to Istanbul per day from 16 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, China Eastern ($1,244), Sichuan Airlines ($1,312), and China Southern ($1,376) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Istanbul. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Istanbul for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with China Eastern, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $760. Etihad Airways flights start at $1,074 while deals on Virgin Australia start at $1,202 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

    While on average a flight from Sydney to Istanbul is generally $3,679, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $1,045. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $993 for that flight.

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

    Sydney to Istanbul flights have a stopover in Abu Dhabi most often. Kuala Lumpur is the second most popular location for stopovers on flights from Sydney to Istanbul. Shanghai sees the third most stopovers on flights from Sydney to Istanbul.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are the most popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and National Mosque of Malaysia are located about 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 44.8 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Those on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur in need of a car hire can book one at Kuala Lumpur Intl for about $45.

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

    Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square, and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are the most popular attractions in Shanghai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Shanghai Disneyland, People's Square and Shanghai WIld Animal Park are located about 14.1 km, 32.7 km, and 12.7 km, respectively from Shanghai Pu Dong if you are interested in checking them out.

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

    Of the flights from Sydney to Istanbul that have stopovers, the fewest flights stop in Manila. Incheon sees the next fewest stopovers on Sydney to Istanbul flights. Beijing sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Sydney to Istanbul route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul (average of $860). Flying from Sydney 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 Sydney to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 30 April 2025.
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Air ChinaCheapest$911Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$1,007Average$1,180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China SouthernCheapest$1,047Average$1,514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$1,105Average$1,403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$1,154Average$1,993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Asiana AirlinesCheapest$1,232Average$1,541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,285Average$1,838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,309Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,347Average$1,936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,390Average$1,797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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