Cheap flights from Melbourne to Istanbul from $677

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07:45 - 11:20MEL-IST
35h 35m3 stops
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20:00 - 07:25IST-MEL
27h 25m2 stops
$1,337Multiple Airlines
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Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
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07:45 - 11:20MEL-IST
35h 35m3 stops
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20:00 - 07:25IST-MEL
27h 25m2 stops
$1,351Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 11 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
China Southern Logo
23:30 - 07:10MEL-IST
39h 40m1 stop
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14:10 - 21:30IST-MEL
23h 20m1 stop
$1,360China Southern
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Mon, 1 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec
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11:25 - 07:10MEL-IST
27h 45m1 stop
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15:20 - 06:50IST-MEL
31h 30m2 stops
$1,368China Southern
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Sun, 7 Dec - Sat, 13 Dec
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01:00 - 16:05MEL-SAW
23h 05m1 stop
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17:20 - 05:00SAW-MEL
27h 40m1 stop
$1,406AirAsia X
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Thu, 20 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
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01:00 - 16:05MEL-SAW
23h 05m1 stop
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17:20 - 05:00SAW-MEL
27h 40m1 stop
$1,416AirAsia X
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Thu, 20 Nov - Fri, 5 Dec
China Eastern Logo
22:30 - 08:10MEL-IST
41h 40m1 stop
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13:35 - 14:05IST-MEL
40h 30m1 stop
$1,543China Eastern
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Mon, 10 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
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22:30 - 08:10MEL-IST
41h 40m1 stop
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13:35 - 10:00IST-MEL
36h 25m1 stop
$1,549China Eastern
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Fri, 7 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
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16:55 - 12:10MEL-SAW
27h 15m1 stop
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13:40 - 17:50SAW-MEL
20h 10m1 stop
$1,672Qatar Airways
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Tue, 11 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
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23:40 - 12:10MEL-SAW
20h 30m1 stop
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13:40 - 17:50SAW-MEL
20h 10m1 stop
$1,714Qatar Airways
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China Southern flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

Our best China Southern deals on Melbourne to Istanbul flight tickets
China Southern
1 Dec
MEL23:30Melbourne
39h 40m
1 stop
IST07:10Istanbul
8 Dec
IST14:10Istanbul
23h 20m
1 stop
MEL21:30Melbourne
China Southern
7 Dec
MEL11:25Melbourne
27h 45m
1 stop
IST07:10Istanbul
13 Dec
IST15:20Istanbul
31h 30m
2 stops
MEL06:50Melbourne
China Southern
25 Nov
MEL09:00Melbourne
30h 10m
1 stop
IST07:10Istanbul
2 Dec
IST15:20Istanbul
46h 10m
2 stops
MEL21:30Melbourne

China Eastern flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

Our best China Eastern deals on Melbourne to Istanbul flight tickets
China Eastern
10 Nov
MEL22:30Melbourne
41h 40m
1 stop
IST08:10Istanbul
17 Nov
IST13:35Istanbul
40h 30m
1 stop
MEL14:05Melbourne
China Eastern
7 Nov
MEL22:30Melbourne
41h 40m
1 stop
IST08:10Istanbul
14 Nov
IST13:35Istanbul
36h 25m
1 stop
MEL10:00Melbourne
China Eastern
9 Nov
MEL22:30Melbourne
40h 30m
2 stops
IST07:00Istanbul
16 Nov
IST13:35Istanbul
36h 25m
1 stop
MEL10:00Melbourne

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MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

07:45-11:20

3 stops35h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 17/11

20:00-07:25

2 stops27h 25m

$1,337

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

07:45-11:20

3 stops35h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 17/11

20:00-07:25

2 stops27h 25m

$1,351

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 1/12

23:30-07:10

1 stop39h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 8/12

14:10-21:30

1 stop23h 20m

$1,360

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 7/12

11:25-07:10

1 stop27h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 13/12

15:20-06:50

2 stops31h 30m

$1,368

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

01:00-16:05

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 5/12

17:20-05:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,406

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Thu 20/11

01:00-16:05

1 stop23h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 5/12

17:20-05:00

1 stop27h 40m

$1,416

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

22:30-08:10

1 stop41h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 17/11

13:35-14:05

1 stop40h 30m

$1,543

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

22:30-08:10

1 stop41h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 14/11

13:35-10:00

1 stop36h 25m

$1,549

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Tue 11/11

16:55-12:10

1 stop27h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 26/11

13:40-17:50

1 stop20h 10m

$1,672

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Mon 10/11

23:40-12:10

1 stop20h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 17/11

13:40-17:50

1 stop20h 10m

$1,714

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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 November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from Melbourne, with most prices found around $1,445. The month of March is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,562.

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 $1,839. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne to Istanbul for around $2,676.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Melbourne to Istanbul when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,623. Flying to Istanbul in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $1,962. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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 $1,741 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 $1,591 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.

Cheap Melbourne to Istanbul flight deals and tips

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

Fastest flight time

21h 20m

Direct flights

Tue and Sat

Airports in Istanbul

1 airport
The fastest flight from Melbourne to Istanbul takes 21h 20m
Direct flights go from Melbourne to Istanbul on Tuesday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..
There is 1 airport near Istanbul: 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 $602Free cancellationRating
6.4
43 reviews
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Sichuan AirlinesPriceFrom $940Free cancellationRating
0.0
0 reviews
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Air ChinaPriceFrom $967Free cancellationRating
7.1
122 reviews
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China EasternPriceFrom $1,018Free cancellationRating
7.2
174 reviews
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China SouthernPriceFrom $1,028Free cancellationRating
7.5
119 reviews
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IndiGoPriceFrom $1,278Free cancellationRating
6.9
494 reviews
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Malaysia AirlinesPriceFrom $1,280Free cancellationRating
7.3
278 reviews
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Virgin AustraliaPriceFrom $1,303Free cancellationRating
7.6
424 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $1,383Free cancellationRating
7.4
1,285 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $1,410Free cancellationRating
7.3
4,038 reviews
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