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Cheap flights from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport from $760

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 26/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — MEL
14 Mar — 21 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 12 February 2026.

Fri 6/317:20
SAW
-
MEL
1 stop27h 40m
AirAsia X
Thu 19/301:00
MEL
-
SAW
1 stop23h 05m
AirAsia X
Deal found 11/2$1,116
Mon 2/317:20
SAW
-
MEL
1 stop22h 25m
AirAsia X
Tue 17/301:00
MEL
-
SAW
1 stop23h 05m
AirAsia X
Deal found 10/2$1,117
Fri 6/313:35
IST
-
MEL
3 stops61h 25m
China Eastern
Sat 11/412:00
MEL
-
IST
3 stops51h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 9/2$1,188
Thu 26/214:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop19h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 1/318:20
MEL
-
IST
1 stop26h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/2$1,256
Tue 3/314:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop19h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 17/318:20
MEL
-
IST
1 stop26h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/2$1,262
Tue 3/315:05
IST
-
MEL
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/322:35
MEL
-
IST
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,265
Mon 2/314:00
IST
-
MEL
1 stop19h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/318:20
MEL
-
IST
1 stop26h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/2$1,266
Thu 5/315:05
IST
-
MEL
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/322:40
MEL
-
IST
Nonstop21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2$1,269
Fri 6/313:40
SAW
-
MEL
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/316:10
MEL
-
SAW
1 stop28h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/2$1,275
Wed 4/317:05
IST
-
MEL
1 stop30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/412:00
MEL
-
IST
1 stop30h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2$1,276
Mon 2/317:20
SAW
-
MEL
2 stops52h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/301:00
MEL
-
SAW
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$1,280
Fri 6/313:50
IST
-
MEL
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/316:10
MEL
-
IST
1 stop28h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/2$1,282

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 12 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,116

One-way from

$760

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,500
AirAsia X
  • AirAsia X
  • 6/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 50h 45m total
  • Istanbul to Melbourne
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26/2
  • 26/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 10m total
  • Istanbul to Melbourne
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($60 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 12 February 2026.
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IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

14:00-17:00

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

18:20-12:55

1 stop26h 35m

$1,266

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Fri 24/4

01:55-06:15

1 stop21h 20m

Melbourne

Sat 18/7

06:30-05:05

1 stop29h 35m

$1,276

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 2/3

17:20-05:40

2 stops52h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 17/3

01:00-16:05

1 stop23h 05m

$1,280

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Thu 5/3

15:05-05:40

2 stops30h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

22:05-16:55

1 stop26h 50m

$1,296

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

15:05-05:40

2 stops30h 35m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

22:40-11:50

1 stop21h 10m

$1,311

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

14:00-17:00

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 18/3

18:20-12:55

1 stop26h 35m

$1,321

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Thu 5/3

14:00-17:00

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

18:20-12:55

1 stop26h 35m

$1,325

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 6/3

13:40-23:20

1 stop25h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 20/3

16:10-12:10

1 stop28h 00m

$1,327

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 2/3

17:20-05:40

2 stops28h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 19/3

01:00-16:05

1 stop23h 05m

$1,338

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Wed 13/5

14:10-15:50

1 stop18h 40m

Melbourne

Sun 17/5

17:20-13:05

1 stop26h 45m

$1,341

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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 6 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport, you should look to book at least 20 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 $750). Flying from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,348). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport?

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 12 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
3,516 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,516 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,516 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
989 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,516 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
3,731 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,516 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
1,394 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,516 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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
4,212 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,516 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

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 19h. The distance between Istanbul and Melbourne Airport is about 14631 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 $1,241, 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 $1,298 and $1,388, 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 $449. 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 $750). Flying from Istanbul to Melbourne Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,348). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,241Average$1,494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,298Average$1,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,388Average$1,587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,828Average$2,049FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,842Average$1,921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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