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$749 Cheap flights to Istanbul

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Sichuan Airlines Logo
20:20 - 06:30
SYD
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IST
41h 10m
1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
15:40 - 14:15
IST
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SYD
39h 35m
1 stop
$1,350Sichuan Airlines
Sun, 9 Aug - Sun, 20 Sep
China Eastern Logo
21:30 - 08:10
MEL
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IST
41h 40m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
14:00 - 12:40
IST
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MEL
39h 40m
1 stop
$1,355China Eastern
Fri, 31 Jul - Sun, 20 Sep
China Southern Logo
22:10 - 07:10
SYD
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IST
41h 00m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
15:20 - 09:25
IST
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SYD
34h 05m
2 stops
$1,361China Southern
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov
China Southern Logo
10:05 - 07:15
SYD
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IST
28h 10m
1 stop
China Southern Logo
14:20 - 19:25
IST
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SYD
22h 05m
1 stop
$1,363China Southern
Sat, 8 Aug - Sat, 15 Aug
AirAsia X Logo
09:45 - 16:05
SYD
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SAW
37h 20m
1 stop
AirAsia X Logo
17:15 - 09:20
SAW
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SYD
32h 05m
1 stop
$1,383AirAsia X
Sun, 19 Jul - Wed, 21 Oct
AirAsia X Logo
21:45 - 16:05
MEL
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SAW
25h 20m
1 stop
AirAsia X Logo
17:15 - 23:15
SAW
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MEL
23h 00m
1 stop
$1,400AirAsia X
Thu, 16 Jul - Mon, 31 Aug
Qatar Airways Logo
17:10 - 12:10
MEL
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SAW
27h 00m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:40 - 23:20
SAW
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MEL
25h 40m
1 stop
$1,495Qatar Airways
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
21:55 - 12:10
BNE
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SAW
21h 15m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:40 - 17:30
SAW
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BNE
20h 50m
1 stop
$1,666Qatar Airways
Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Emirates Logo
22:00 - 13:05
ADL
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SAW
21h 35m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
14:05 - 20:05
SAW
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ADL
47h 30m
1 stop
$1,889Emirates
Wed, 22 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul
Emirates Logo
12:00 - 13:05
ADL
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SAW
31h 35m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
14:05 - 20:05
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ADL
47h 30m
1 stop
$1,911Emirates
Wed, 22 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul

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SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 9/8

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 20/9

15:40-14:15

1 stop39h 35m

$1,350

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 31/7

21:30-08:10

1 stop41h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 20/9

14:00-12:40

1 stop39h 40m

$1,355

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/10

22:10-07:10

1 stop41h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 10/11

15:20-09:25

2 stops34h 05m

$1,361

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 8/8

10:05-07:15

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 15/8

14:20-19:25

1 stop22h 05m

$1,363

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - SAW

SYDSAW

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/7

09:45-16:05

1 stop37h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 21/10

17:15-09:20

1 stop32h 05m

$1,383

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Thu 16/7

21:45-16:05

1 stop25h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 31/8

17:15-23:15

1 stop23h 00m

$1,400

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Tue 27/10

17:10-12:10

1 stop27h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 24/11

13:40-23:20

1 stop25h 40m

$1,495
Fastest return journey

BrisbaneIstanbul

BNE - SAW

BNESAW

Brisbane

Mon 2/11

21:55-12:10

1 stop21h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 15/11

13:40-17:30

1 stop20h 50m

$1,666

AdelaideIstanbul

ADL - SAW

ADLSAW

Adelaide

Wed 22/7

22:00-13:05

1 stop21h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 29/7

14:05-20:05

1 stop47h 30m

$1,889

AdelaideIstanbul

ADL - SAW

ADLSAW

Adelaide

Wed 22/7

12:00-13:05

2 stops31h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 29/7

14:05-20:05

1 stop47h 30m

$1,911

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from Australia, with most prices found around $1,547. The month of March is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,548.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Istanbul?

Users booking trips to Istanbul from Ankara found flights 78% cheaper than the average price of flights to Istanbul. To find the cheapest price to Istanbul from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,912. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Tuesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Australia to Istanbul for around $2,037.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $1,668 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from Australia for as low as $1,510 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Istanbul

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM SYDNEYFebruary8% cheaperFlying from Sydney to Istanbul costs on average just $1,547 in February
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM SYDNEYDecember23% more expensiveIt costs about $2,057 for flights to Istanbul from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM SYDNEYAugust214% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Istanbul from Sydney in August than any other month

Cheap Istanbul flight deals and tips

Summary info about Istanbul flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$749

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,350

Fastest flight time

26h 15m

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The best one-way flight price to Istanbul from Australia in the last 5 days is $749 (Brisbane to Istanbul).
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The best round-trip flight price to Istanbul from Australia in the last 5 days is $1,350 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul).
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The fastest flight to Istanbul from Australia takes 26h 15m (Melbourne to Istanbul).
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December has the highest demand for flights to Istanbul, with a 4% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Istanbul

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

The ideal time to book your flight to Istanbul is 56 days in advance, when prices tend to average $1,668.

Is there an alternative airport near Istanbul?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Istanbul is possible. If you are planning a flight to Istanbul, consider booking flights to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (32 km from Istanbul city centre), Tekirdag Corlu Airport (89 km from Istanbul city centre), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (99 km from Istanbul city centre) or Bursa Yenişehir Airport (99 km from Istanbul city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Istanbul?

You can find deals at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport for $345 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Sultanahmet?

Yes. To go to Sultanahmet, book a flight to Istanbul which is in Istanbul and is about 36.0 km away from Sultanahmet.

What’s the closest airport to Taksim?

Istanbul airport is 33.5 km from Taksim in Istanbul, making it the closest airport.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Istanbul?

Prices for flights to Istanbul were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Istanbul?

There are 30 operators available for flights to Istanbul as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Istanbul?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Istanbul.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Istanbul?

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Can I find flights to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Istanbul on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Istanbul?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Istanbul by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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