Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul from $722

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21:30 - 08:10
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IST
41h 40m
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14:00 - 12:40
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$1,141China Eastern
Sat, 2 May - Sun, 17 May
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21:30 - 08:10
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14:00 - 09:00
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36h 00m
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$1,226China Eastern
Sat, 2 May - Tue, 26 May
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20:20 - 06:30
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41h 10m
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Sichuan Airlines Logo
15:40 - 14:10
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39h 30m
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$1,243Sichuan Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May
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11:00 - 08:10
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$1,247China Eastern
Fri, 1 May - Tue, 1 Sep
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$1,290Sichuan Airlines
Mon, 18 May - Tue, 9 Jun
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$1,314Air China
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20:20 - 06:30
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$1,315Sichuan Airlines
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$1,318Sichuan Airlines
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$1,322China Eastern
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$1,325China Eastern
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China Eastern flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport

Our best China Eastern deals on Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
China Eastern
2 May
MEL21:30Melbourne
41h 40m
1 stop
IST08:10Istanbul
17 May
IST14:00Istanbul
39h 40m
1 stop
MEL12:40Melbourne
$1,141
China Eastern
2 May
MEL21:30Melbourne
41h 40m
1 stop
IST08:10Istanbul
3 June
IST14:00Istanbul
36h 00m
1 stop
MEL09:00Melbourne
$1,222
China Eastern
2 May
MEL21:30Melbourne
41h 40m
1 stop
IST08:10Istanbul
26 May
IST14:00Istanbul
36h 00m
1 stop
MEL09:00Melbourne
$1,226

Sichuan Airlines flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport

Our best Sichuan Airlines deals on Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Sichuan Airlines
7 May
MEL20:20Melbourne
41h 10m
1 stop
IST06:30Istanbul
14 May
IST15:40Istanbul
39h 30m
1 stop
MEL14:10Melbourne
$1,243
Sichuan Airlines
18 May
MEL20:20Melbourne
41h 10m
1 stop
IST06:30Istanbul
9 June
IST15:40Istanbul
39h 30m
1 stop
MEL14:10Melbourne
$1,290
Sichuan Airlines
14 May
MEL20:20Melbourne
41h 10m
1 stop
IST06:30Istanbul
21 May
IST15:40Istanbul
39h 30m
1 stop
MEL14:10Melbourne
$1,315

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MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

21:30-08:10

1 stop41h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 17/5

14:00-12:40

1 stop39h 40m

$1,141

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 2/5

21:30-08:10

1 stop41h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 26/5

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,226

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 14/5

15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,243

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 1/5

11:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 1/9

14:00-12:40

1 stop39h 40m

$1,247

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 18/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 9/6

15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,290

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 27/5

19:40-08:00

1 stop43h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 3/6

15:00-14:55

1 stop40h 55m

$1,314

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 14/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 21/5

15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,315

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 7/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 14/5

15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,318

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 8/7

21:30-08:10

1 stop41h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 10/8

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,322
Fastest return journey

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 8/5

11:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 15/5

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,325

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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, October 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 $1,467. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in October, then you should wait until May to fly from Melbourne Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,470.

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

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport from Melbourne Airport. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was $1,782. 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 Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul Airport on Saturday is $2,016.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,617 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 $1,358 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 April 2026, prices for Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 20% more expensive 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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Cheap Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (MEL to IST) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport

Fastest flight time

19h 40m

Direct flights

Tue, Thu and Sun
The fastest flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport takes 19h 40m
Direct flights go from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport

  • 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 19h 40m.

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport

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AirAsia XPriceFrom $548Free cancellationRating
6.4
47 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $651Free cancellationRating
6.8
550 reviews
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7.3
146 reviews
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7.9
33 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $886Free cancellationRating
7.6
453 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $915Free cancellationRating
7.2
202 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $951Free cancellationRating
7.4
146 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $1,134Free cancellationRating
7.4
305 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,299Free cancellationRating
7.3
4,306 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,318Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,430 reviews
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Yes. All flights to Istanbul from Melbourne on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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