Cheap flights from Melbourne to Istanbul from $580

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China Southern Logo
21:00 - 06:15
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IST
40h 15m
1 stop
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00:30 - 19:20
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MEL
35h 50m
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$946China Southern
Mon, 4 May - Sat, 30 May
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10:20 - 06:15
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IST
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16:00 - 19:20
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20h 20m
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$994China Southern
Thu, 21 May - Sun, 7 Jun
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21:00 - 06:30
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IST
40h 30m
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China Southern Logo
16:00 - 19:20
IST
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MEL
20h 20m
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$1,002China Southern
Thu, 21 May - Sun, 7 Jun
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21:00 - 06:30
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IST
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China Southern Logo
00:30 - 19:20
IST
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MEL
35h 50m
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$1,040China Southern
Sat, 23 May - Sat, 20 Jun
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10:20 - 06:15
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IST
26h 55m
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00:30 - 19:20
IST
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MEL
35h 50m
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$1,042China Southern
Sat, 23 May - Sat, 20 Jun
China Eastern Logo
11:00 - 08:00
MEL
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IST
28h 00m
1 stop
China Eastern Logo
14:00 - 09:00
IST
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MEL
36h 00m
1 stop
$1,074China Eastern
Sat, 18 Apr - Mon, 20 Apr
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01:00 - 16:05
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SAW
23h 05m
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17:20 - 23:45
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MEL
22h 25m
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$1,141AirAsia X
Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
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01:00 - 16:05
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SAW
23h 05m
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17:20 - 23:45
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MEL
22h 25m
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$1,142AirAsia X
Thu, 12 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
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06:00 - 06:15
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IST
31h 15m
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19:20 - 07:00
IST
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28h 40m
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$1,625Multiple Airlines
Sun, 12 Apr - Sun, 10 May
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06:00 - 06:15
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01:20 - 07:00
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22h 40m
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$1,683Multiple Airlines
Sun, 12 Apr - Sat, 9 May

China Eastern flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

Our best China Eastern deals on Melbourne to Istanbul flight tickets
China Eastern
18 Apr
MEL11:00Melbourne
28h 00m
1 stop
IST08:00Istanbul
20 Apr
IST14:00Istanbul
36h 00m
1 stop
MEL09:00Melbourne
$1,074
China Eastern
10 Mar
MEL12:00Melbourne
28h 10m
1 stop
IST08:10Istanbul
13 Mar
IST13:35Istanbul
40h 30m
1 stop
MEL14:05Melbourne
$1,077
China Eastern
10 Mar
MEL12:00Melbourne
28h 10m
1 stop
IST08:10Istanbul
25 Mar
IST13:35Istanbul
36h 25m
1 stop
MEL10:00Melbourne
$1,125

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Melbourne to Istanbul flight tickets
Qatar Airways
23 Feb
MEL16:10Melbourne
28h 00m
1 stop
SAW12:10Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
2 Mar
SAW13:40Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
20h 10m
1 stop
MEL17:50Melbourne
$1,520
Qatar Airways
3 Mar
MEL23:40Melbourne
20h 30m
1 stop
SAW12:10Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
24 Mar
SAW13:40Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
25h 40m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
$1,527
Qatar Airways
3 Mar
MEL16:10Melbourne
28h 00m
1 stop
SAW12:10Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
24 Mar
SAW13:40Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
25h 40m
1 stop
MEL23:20Melbourne
$1,530

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MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 4/5

21:00-06:15

1 stop40h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 30/5

00:30-19:20

1 stop35h 50m

$946

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

10:20-06:15

1 stop26h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

16:00-19:20

1 stop20h 20m

$994

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

21:00-06:30

2 stops40h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 7/6

16:00-19:20

1 stop20h 20m

$1,002

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

21:00-06:30

2 stops40h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 20/6

00:30-19:20

1 stop35h 50m

$1,040

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 23/5

10:20-06:15

1 stop26h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 20/6

00:30-19:20

1 stop35h 50m

$1,042

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sat 18/4

11:00-08:00

1 stop28h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 20/4

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,074

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

01:00-16:05

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 23/3

17:20-23:45

1 stop22h 25m

$1,141

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Thu 12/3

01:00-16:05

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 23/3

17:20-23:45

1 stop22h 25m

$1,142

MelbourneIstanbul

AVV - IST

AVVIST

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 12/4

06:00-06:15

2 stops31h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 10/5

19:20-07:00

3 stops28h 40m

$1,625

MelbourneIstanbul

AVV - IST

AVVIST

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 12/4

06:00-06:15

2 stops31h 15m

Istanbul

Sat 9/5

01:20-07:00

1 stop22h 40m

$1,683

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Istanbul

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from Melbourne, with most prices found around $1,472. The month of March is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,481.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,704. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne to Istanbul for around $1,979.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Melbourne when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $1,622 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 Melbourne for as low as $1,458 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.

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

Fastest flight time

20h 30m

Direct flights

Tue

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Istanbul takes 20h 30m
Direct flights go from Melbourne to Istanbul on Tuesday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There are 2 airports in Istanbul. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Istanbul (IST).
  • How far is Melbourne to Istanbul by plane?

    The distance between Melbourne and Istanbul is about 14620.4 km. Typically, this will take 20h 30m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Melbourne to Istanbul were last updated today.

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

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Melbourne to Istanbul.

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

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

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Istanbul

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AirAsia XPriceFrom $360Free cancellationRating
6.4
45 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $651Free cancellationRating
6.8
538 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $835Free cancellationRating
7.5
440 reviews
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Sichuan AirlinesPriceFrom $877Free cancellationRating
7.8
32 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $924Free cancellationRating
7.2
193 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $926Free cancellationRating
7.2
139 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $955Free cancellationRating
7.3
137 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $1,140Free cancellationRating
7.3
293 reviews
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Singapore AirlinesPriceFrom $1,342Free cancellationRating
8.2
1,463 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,350Free cancellationRating
7.3
1,403 reviews
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