What is the cheapest airline that flies from Istanbul to Australia?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Sichuan Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to Australia

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

The number of flights available between Istanbul and Australia is 5 per week as of April 2026. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Which airlines fly to Australia?

Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Australia from Istanbul according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Australia. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Australia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul to Australia?

Prices for flights from Istanbul to Australia refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Istanbul to Australia?

As of April 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Istanbul to Australia.

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

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 from Istanbul to Australia.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Australia 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 Australia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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01:30 - 10:30

IST

MEL

26h 00m

1 stop

12:00 - 05:00

MEL

IST

24h 00m

1 stop

$1,108Turkish Airlines

Sun, 19 Apr - Tue, 5 May

01:30 - 10:30

IST

MEL

26h 00m

1 stop

12:00 - 15:20

MEL

IST

34h 20m

1 stop

$1,111Turkish Airlines

Sun, 19 Apr - Tue, 5 May

13:50 - 15:50

IST

MEL

19h 00m

1 stop

17:20 - 12:35

MEL

IST

26h 15m

1 stop

$1,225Etihad Airways

Wed, 20 May - Wed, 27 May

11:45 - 16:50

IST

SYD

22h 05m

1 stop

15:40 - 12:35

SYD

IST

27h 55m

1 stop

$1,315Etihad Airways

Thu, 23 Apr - Wed, 6 May

13:35 - 16:50

SAW

MEL

20h 15m

1 stop

22:45 - 12:10

MEL

SAW

20h 25m

1 stop

$1,525Qatar Airways

Tue, 18 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug

13:35 - 16:50

SAW

MEL

20h 15m

1 stop

22:45 - 12:10

MEL

SAW

20h 25m

1 stop

$1,527Qatar Airways

Tue, 18 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug

02:50 - 06:00

SAW

BNE

44h 10m

2 stops

01:55 - 01:50

BNE

SAW

30h 55m

1 stop

$1,678Emirates

Thu, 14 May - Sun, 14 Jun

14:05 - 06:25

SAW

BNE

33h 20m

1 stop

01:55 - 13:05

BNE

SAW

42h 10m

1 stop

$1,680Emirates

Fri, 15 May - Sun, 14 Jun

16:25 - 20:05

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ADL

21h 10m

1 stop

22:00 - 14:25

ADL

IST

22h 55m

1 stop

$1,918Qantas Airways

Thu, 21 May - Mon, 25 May

16:25 - 20:05

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ADL

21h 10m

1 stop

22:00 - 14:25

ADL

IST

22h 55m

1 stop

$1,921Qantas Airways

Thu, 21 May - Mon, 25 May

Sichuan Airlines flights from Istanbul to Australia

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Sichuan Airlines

27 Apr

IST15:40Istanbul

39h 35m

1 stop

SYD14:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

10 May

SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

41h 10m

1 stop

IST06:30Istanbul

$1,520

Sichuan Airlines

19 May

IST15:40Istanbul

39h 35m

1 stop

SYD14:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

26 May

SYD20:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

41h 10m

1 stop

IST06:30Istanbul

$1,545

Sichuan Airlines

23 Apr

IST15:40Istanbul

39h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:10Melbourne

7 May

MEL20:20Melbourne

41h 10m

1 stop

IST06:30Istanbul

$1,561

AirAsia X flights from Istanbul to Australia

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AirAsia X

3 June

SAW17:15Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

32h 05m

1 stop

SYD08:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

7 June

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 15m

1 stop

SAW16:05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

$1,423

AirAsia X

20 May

SAW17:15Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

32h 05m

1 stop

SYD08:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

2 June

SYD20:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 15m

1 stop

SAW16:05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

$1,566

AirAsia X

24 May

SAW17:20Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

28h 40m

1 stop

MEL05:00Melbourne

4 June

MEL21:45Melbourne

25h 20m

1 stop

SAW16:05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

$1,595

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ISTMEL

Istanbul

Sun 19/4

01:30-10:30

1 stop26h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

12:00-05:00

1 stop24h 00m

$1,108

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Sun 19/4

01:30-10:30

1 stop26h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 5/5

12:00-15:20

1 stop34h 20m

$1,111

IstanbulMelbourne

IST - MEL

ISTMEL

Istanbul

Wed 20/5

13:50-15:50

1 stop19h 00m

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

17:20-12:35

1 stop26h 15m

$1,225

IstanbulSydney

IST - SYD

ISTSYD

Istanbul

Thu 23/4

11:45-16:50

1 stop22h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/5

15:40-12:35

1 stop27h 55m

$1,315

Fastest return journey

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 18/8

13:35-16:50

1 stop20h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 29/8

22:45-12:10

1 stop20h 25m

$1,525

IstanbulMelbourne

SAW - MEL

SAWMEL

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 18/8

13:35-16:50

1 stop20h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 29/8

22:45-12:10

1 stop20h 25m

$1,527

IstanbulBrisbane

SAW - BNE

SAWBNE

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 14/5

02:50-06:00

2 stops44h 10m

Brisbane

Sun 14/6

01:55-01:50

1 stop30h 55m

$1,678

IstanbulBrisbane

SAW - BNE

SAWBNE

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 15/5

14:05-06:25

1 stop33h 20m

Brisbane

Sun 14/6

01:55-13:05

1 stop42h 10m

$1,680

IstanbulAdelaide

IST - ADL

ISTADL

Istanbul

Thu 21/5

16:25-20:05

1 stop21h 10m

Adelaide

Mon 25/5

22:00-14:25

1 stop22h 55m

$1,918

IstanbulAdelaide

IST - ADL

ISTADL

Istanbul

Thu 21/5

16:25-20:05

1 stop21h 10m

Adelaide

Mon 25/5

22:00-14:25

1 stop22h 55m

$1,921

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Australia?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Australia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,430. If you don’t want to visit Australia in November, then you should wait until May to fly from Istanbul, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,634.

What is the cheapest Istanbul to Australia flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Australia from Istanbul when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Australia for around $1,725 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Australia from Istanbul for as low as $1,593 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Istanbul to Australia flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Istanbul to Australia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	18h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Australia	269 airports

The fastest flight from Istanbul to Australia takes 18h 40m

Direct flights go from Istanbul to Australia every day.

There are 269 airports in Australia. From Istanbul there are direct flights to Melbourne (MEL), Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Istanbul to Australia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul to Australia?
Prices for flights from Istanbul to Australia refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Istanbul to Australia?
As of April 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Istanbul to Australia.
How old do you have to be to fly from Istanbul to Australia?
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 from Istanbul to Australia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Australia?
The required travel and health documents for your Australia 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 Australia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Istanbul to Australia

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Emirates	PriceFrom $952	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,559 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $1,025	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,252	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,428 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,309	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,339	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,305 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom $1,490	Free cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,491 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,858	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,017 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights

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