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Cheap flights from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport from $776

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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — MEL
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Melbourne

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 February 2026.

Mon 2/317:20
SAW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 25m
AirAsia X
Tue 17/301:00
MEL
-
SAW
1 stop23h 05m
AirAsia X
Deal found 31/1$965
Sun 29/317:20
SAW
-
MEL
1 stop29h 10m
AirAsia X
Tue 14/421:45
MEL
-
SAW
1 stop25h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 1/2$1,066
Mon 30/317:20
SAW
-
MEL
1 stop20h 10m
AirAsia X
Tue 14/421:45
MEL
-
SAW
1 stop25h 20m
AirAsia X
Deal found 1/2$1,089
Fri 6/317:20
SAW
-
MEL
1 stop27h 40m
AirAsia X
Thu 19/301:00
MEL
-
SAW
1 stop23h 05m
AirAsia X
Deal found 1/2$1,155
Wed 18/301:50
IST
-
MEL
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/313:10
MEL
-
IST
1 stop37h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,239
Sun 29/305:45
IST
-
MEL
3 stops31h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/412:00
MEL
-
IST
2 stops34h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,286
Sat 16/520:25
IST
-
MEL
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/513:25
MEL
-
IST
1 stop30h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$1,298
Tue 3/317:10
IST
-
MEL
1 stop22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/322:35
MEL
-
IST
2 stops38h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,301
Sun 29/301:55
IST
-
MEL
1 stop24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/412:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,304
Sun 1/317:15
IST
-
MEL
1 stop30h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/313:10
MEL
-
IST
1 stop35h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$1,315
Sun 1/318:30
IST
-
MEL
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/313:10
MEL
-
IST
1 stop37h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$1,319
Fri 1/517:45
IST
-
MEL
1 stop29h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/512:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop36h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/1$1,332

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 3 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$965

One-way from

$776

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,530
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 2/3-17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Istanbul to Melbourne
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18/2
  • 18/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 29h 05m total
  • Istanbul to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Melbourne 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 3 February 2026.
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Melbourne

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Price

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 2/3

17:20-23:45

1 stop22h 25m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

01:00-16:05

1 stop23h 05m

$965

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Wed 18/3

01:40-10:20

1 stop24h 40m

Melbourne

Thu 26/3

13:10-18:30

1 stop37h 20m

$1,314

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Sun 1/3

17:15-07:25

1 stop30h 10m

Melbourne

Sat 14/3

13:10-17:05

1 stop35h 55m

$1,315

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Sun 1/3

18:30-08:30

2 stops30h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

13:10-18:30

1 stop37h 20m

$1,319

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Fri 1/5

17:45-06:15

1 stop29h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

12:00-17:25

1 stop36h 25m

$1,332

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 1/5

21:35-23:05

2 stops42h 30m

Melbourne

Sun 31/5

07:00-16:05

1 stop40h 05m

$1,342

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 20/3

17:20-05:00

1 stop27h 40m

Melbourne

Tue 31/3

22:45-16:05

1 stop25h 20m

$1,364

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

14:35-08:30

3 stops33h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

22:40-12:00

1 stop21h 20m

$1,373

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Sun 29/3

16:55-20:40

1 stop19h 45m

Melbourne

Tue 14/4

07:00-11:20

2 stops35h 20m

$1,419

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 20/2

13:40-17:50

1 stop20h 10m

Melbourne

Tue 3/3

16:10-12:10

1 stop28h 00m

$1,492

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 53 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport (average of $791). Flying from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,380). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 3 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qantas Airways, andQatar Airways from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
984 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,729 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,380 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,209 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Melbourne. 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 Istanbul to Melbourne Airport?

    Departing from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport will take you 20h 10m. The distance between Istanbul and Melbourne Airport is about 14573 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $1,269, Etihad Airways will fly you from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,329 and $1,421, respectively. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Sichuan Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $459. However, be on the lookout for offers from AirAsia X and IndiGo, as they are both options that can get you from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport for a low price.

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

    Istanbul to Melbourne Airport flights have a stopover in Doha most of the time.

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

    The least popular stopover on flights from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport is Bangkok.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport (average of $791). Flying from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,380). 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 5 airlines flying from Istanbul to Melbourne

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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,269Average$1,524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,329Average$1,685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,421Average$1,636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,872Average$2,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,886Average$1,967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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