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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul from $617

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11:00 - 08:00MEL-IST
28h 00m1 stop
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14:00 - 09:00IST-MEL
36h 00m1 stop
$1,044China Eastern
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Tue, 15 Jul - Wed, 27 Aug
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21:30 - 08:00MEL-IST
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14:00 - 12:40IST-MEL
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$1,064China Eastern
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Tue, 5 Aug - Tue, 12 Aug
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11:00 - 08:00MEL-IST
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14:00 - 09:00IST-MEL
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$1,067China Eastern
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Wed, 23 Jul - Fri, 5 Sep
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21:30 - 08:00MEL-IST
41h 30m1 stop
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14:00 - 09:00IST-MEL
36h 00m1 stop
$1,070China Eastern
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11:25 - 07:10MEL-IST
27h 45m1 stop
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15:50 - 06:50IST-MEL
31h 00m2 stops
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Tue, 4 Nov - Tue, 9 Dec
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20:20 - 06:30MEL-IST
41h 10m1 stop
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15:40 - 14:20IST-MEL
39h 40m1 stop
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20:20 - 06:30MEL-IST
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15:40 - 14:20IST-MEL
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China Southern Logo
11:25 - 06:40MEL-IST
27h 15m2 stops
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15:55 - 21:30IST-MEL
21h 35m1 stop
$1,193China Southern
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Wed, 29 Oct - Fri, 7 Nov
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20:00 - 07:40MEL-IST
42h 40m1 stop
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14:35 - 14:35IST-MEL
41h 00m1 stop
$1,409Air China
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00:30 - 05:20MEL-IST
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China Southern flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport

Our best China Southern deals on Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
China Southern
4 Nov
MEL11:25Melbourne
27h 45m
1 stop
IST07:10Istanbul
9 Dec
IST15:50Istanbul
31h 00m
2 stops
MEL06:50Melbourne
China Southern
29 Oct
MEL11:25Melbourne
27h 15m
2 stops
IST06:40Istanbul
7 Nov
IST15:55Istanbul
21h 35m
1 stop
MEL21:30Melbourne
China Southern
30 Oct
MEL11:25Melbourne
27h 45m
1 stop
IST07:10Istanbul
8 Nov
IST15:50Istanbul
33h 55m
2 stops
MEL09:45Melbourne

China Eastern flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport

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China Eastern
15 July
MEL11:00Melbourne
28h 00m
1 stop
IST08:00Istanbul
27 Aug
IST14:00Istanbul
36h 00m
1 stop
MEL09:00Melbourne
China Eastern
5 Aug
MEL21:30Melbourne
41h 30m
1 stop
IST08:00Istanbul
12 Aug
IST14:00Istanbul
39h 40m
1 stop
MEL12:40Melbourne
China Eastern
23 July
MEL11:00Melbourne
28h 00m
1 stop
IST08:00Istanbul
5 Sept
IST14:00Istanbul
36h 00m
1 stop
MEL09:00Melbourne

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,325. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in November, then you should wait until October to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,359.

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

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $1,816. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday is $1,995.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,630. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Istanbul Airport are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $1,859. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from Melbourne Airport when booking 12 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,675 when searching 12 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from Melbourne Airport for as low as $1,570 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of June 2025, prices for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 28% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport

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

$617

Fastest flight time

20h 05m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun
The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from Melbourne Airport in the past 72 hours is $617. The best return flight deal from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,044.
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport takes 20h 05m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Airline offering direct flights is Turkish Airlines..

  • How far is Melbourne to Istanbul by plane?

    Melbourne and Istanbul are 14630.7 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 23h 35m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Prices for flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    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 Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul Airport 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?


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Air ChinaPriceFrom $946Free cancellationRating
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7.2
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7.5
99 reviews
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7.3
3,849 reviews
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Asiana AirlinesPriceFrom $1,243Free cancellationRating
8.2
440 reviews
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7.4
1,211 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $1,285Free cancellationRating
7.4
263 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,300Free cancellationRating
7.5
407 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $1,329Free cancellationRating
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3,584 reviews
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