Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Istanbul Airport and Sydney?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 48% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

Flights via Chengdu (TFU) offer the lowest average return price of $1,320.

Which airlines fly to Sydney?

Turkish Airlines, Etihad Airways and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Sydney from Istanbul Airport according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Sydney. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Sydney on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

Guangzhou (CAN) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 38m.

How many flights depart from Istanbul Airport to Sydney on average per week?

The number of flights available between Istanbul Airport and Sydney is 1 per week as of August 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 100% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Istanbul to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

Flights connecting via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 30m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

Prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

As of August 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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15:30 - 15:05IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

21:25 - 06:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

40h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,305Sichuan Airlines

Mon, 14 Dec - Wed, 13 Jan

15:30 - 15:05IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

21:25 - 06:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

40h 45m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,309Sichuan Airlines

Sun, 1 Nov - Wed, 4 Nov

13:55 - 06:30IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:30 - 12:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,657Etihad Airways

Fri, 12 Feb - Fri, 5 Mar

20:10 - 06:50IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

22:10 - 18:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

28h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,670Qatar Airways

Sat, 28 Nov - Sun, 27 Dec

20:10 - 06:50IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

21:10 - 18:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

29h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,687Qatar Airways

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13:55 - 06:30IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

32h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:50 - 12:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

28h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,710Etihad Airways

Sun, 15 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

19:45 - 06:05IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Perth

06:00 - 14:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

39h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,936Qantas Airways

Sat, 12 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

19:45 - 06:25IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

06:00 - 21:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

22h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,000Emirates

Wed, 9 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

16:25 - 07:35IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

16:30 - 14:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

29h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl

$2,004Emirates

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 30 Dec

16:25 - 22:30IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl

22:00 - 18:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

28h 30m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl

$2,068Qantas Airways

Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 27 Dec

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15:40 - 14:15IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

20:20 - 06:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

41h 10m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,312Sichuan Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep

15:40 - 14:15IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 35m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

21:45 - 06:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

39h 50m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Beijing Daxing Intl

$1,449Multiple Airlines

Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

13:40 - 06:10IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:50 - 12:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

22h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,715Etihad Airways

Mon, 31 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

20:05 - 06:30IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

14:50 - 12:00SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

28h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,876Qatar Airways

Fri, 4 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

20:05 - 06:30IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

14:50 - 11:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

28h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,876Qatar Airways

Fri, 4 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

16:25 - 05:10IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

06:00 - 21:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

22h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,012Emirates

Tue, 1 Sep - Mon, 7 Sep

23:30 - 18:05IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

06:00 - 21:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

22h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,043Emirates

Tue, 1 Sep - Sat, 5 Sep

16:25 - 05:10IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

06:00 - 14:25SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

39h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,099Qantas Airways

Fri, 4 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

16:25 - 05:10IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

29h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

20:10 - 18:05SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

28h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,099Qantas Airways

Fri, 4 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep

13:40 - 06:10IST Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

20:50 - 12:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul

22h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$2,151Etihad Airways

Fri, 4 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

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Qatar Airways flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Istanbul Airport to Sydney flight tickets

Qatar Airways

12 Sept

IST13:45Istanbul

22h 05m

2 stops

SYD18:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

27 Sept

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 05m

1 stop

IST11:55Istanbul

$1,698

Qatar Airways

7 Sept

IST20:05Istanbul

27h 25m

1 stop

SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

21 Sept

SYD14:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

22h 30m

1 stop

IST06:20Istanbul

$1,760

Qatar Airways

10 Sept

IST20:05Istanbul

27h 25m

1 stop

SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

17 Sept

SYD17:45Sydney Kingsford Smith

25h 10m

2 stops

IST11:55Istanbul

$1,827

Sichuan Airlines flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney

Our best Sichuan Airlines deals on Istanbul Airport to Sydney flight tickets

Sichuan Airlines

14 Dec

IST15:30Istanbul

39h 35m

1 stop

SYD15:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

13 Jan

SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 45m

1 stop

IST06:10Istanbul

$1,305

Sichuan Airlines

1 Nov

IST15:30Istanbul

39h 35m

1 stop

SYD15:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

4 Nov

SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 45m

1 stop

IST06:10Istanbul

$1,309

Sichuan Airlines

1 Nov

IST15:30Istanbul

39h 35m

1 stop

SYD15:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

4 Nov

SYD21:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

40h 45m

1 stop

IST06:10Istanbul

$1,310

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$1,936

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1 stop22h 35m

$2,000

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IST Istanbul - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Istanbul

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16:25-07:35

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Wed 25/11

16:25-22:30

1 stop22h 05m

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22:00-18:30

2 stops28h 30m

$2,068

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to Sydney

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Istanbul Airport and Sydney?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,777 to $2,184.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,305.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Sydney?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Sydney from Istanbul Airport, with most prices found around $1,661. If you aren’t able to travel to Sydney during the month of March, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,714.

What is the cheapest Istanbul to Sydney Kingsford Smith flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Sydney from Istanbul Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Sydney for around $1,870 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Sydney from Istanbul Airport for as low as $1,369 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Istanbul Airport to Sydney flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Istanbul Airport to Sydney flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Istanbul Airport to Sydney flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Istanbul Airport to Sydney flight.

How have Istanbul Airport to Sydney flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Istanbul Airport to Sydney flights are approximately 2% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sydney according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Cheap Istanbul Airport to Sydney (IST to SYD) flight deals and tips

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Best price found	$942
Fastest flight time	20h 20m
Direct flights	Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun
Airports in Sydney	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Sydney from Istanbul Airport in the past 72 hours is $942. The best return flight deal from Istanbul Airport to Sydney found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,305.

The fastest flight from Istanbul Airport to Sydney takes 20h 20m

Direct flights go from Istanbul Airport to Sydney on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Turkish Airlines..

There is 1 airport in Sydney. From Istanbul Airport there are direct flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Istanbul Airport to Sydney

How far is Istanbul to Sydney Kingsford Smith by plane?
There are 14960.9 km between Istanbul and Sydney Kingsford Smith. Typically, this will take 20h 20m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
Prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Istanbul Airport to Sydney is Airbus A350-900 (100.00% of total bookings).
What is the most popular airline from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Istanbul Airport and Sydney, the leading airline is Turkish Airlines, making up 39% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Etihad Airways with 38%, Qantas Airways with 12%, and Qatar Airways with 6%.

Best airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Sydney

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Istanbul Airport to Sydney with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,296	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,529 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,562	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,479 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,703	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,725 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,968	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,653 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $2,048	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,087 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

Turkish Airlines Flights From Istanbul Airport to Sydney
Turkish Airlines flies from Istanbul Airport to Sydney around 1 time per week, with 4,479 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest Turkish Airlines deal from Istanbul Airport to Sydney in the last 72 hours was $1,562 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $1,900 for Turkish Airlines flights on this route.

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