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

Sichuan Airlines, Etihad Airways, and AirAsia X are the most popular carriers operating from Melbourne to Istanbul

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

Qatar Airways, China Southern and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from Melbourne according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of September 2026, 3 flights take off from Melbourne and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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?

As of September 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from 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.

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11:25 - 07:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

27h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

14:10 - 06:50IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

32h 40m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,184China Southern

Sun, 1 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

21:40 - 06:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

40h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

15:30 - 15:00IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

39h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,189Sichuan Airlines

Mon, 23 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

21:40 - 06:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

40h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

15:30 - 15:00IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

39h 30m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,189Sichuan Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

12:00 - 08:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

28h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:35 - 14:05IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

40h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,199China Eastern

Thu, 29 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

12:00 - 08:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

28h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

13:35 - 14:05IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

40h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,199China Eastern

Thu, 29 Oct - Fri, 30 Oct

11:20 - 07:15MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

27h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

15:20 - 21:30IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

46h 10m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,227China Southern

Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

20:15 - 08:20MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

44h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

15:00 - 14:55IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

40h 55m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,306Air China

Sat, 16 Jan - Sat, 1 May

22:45 - 16:05MEL Melbourne-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

25h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

17:20 - 23:45SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MEL Melbourne

22h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,350AirAsia X

Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

22:45 - 16:05MEL Melbourne-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

25h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

17:20 - 23:45SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MEL Melbourne

22h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$1,352AirAsia X

Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 23 Nov

20:15 - 08:20MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

44h 05m1 stop Beijing Capital

14:55 - 15:40IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

40h 45m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,741Air China

Thu, 21 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan

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05:15 - 13:05MEL Melbourne-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

38h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

03:05 - 23:20SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MEL Melbourne

36h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,451Emirates

Tue, 15 Sep - Fri, 13 Nov

05:15 - 13:05MEL Melbourne-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

38h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

14:20 - 10:15SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MEL Melbourne

35h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

$1,455Emirates

Tue, 15 Sep - Sat, 14 Nov

05:15 - 18:05MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

19h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

16:25 - 23:20IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

22h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,628Multiple Airlines

Tue, 15 Sep - Sat, 14 Nov

14:50 - 11:55MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

28h 05m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

13:50 - 23:20IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,649Qatar Airways

Tue, 15 Sep - Sat, 14 Nov

10:20 - 06:35MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

51h 15m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Beijing Daxing Intl

15:30 - 08:40IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

34h 10m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,664China Southern

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

05:15 - 18:05MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

19h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

20:05 - 06:25IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

26h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,664Qantas Airways

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 1 Dec

05:15 - 18:05MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

19h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

16:25 - 06:25IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

30h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,664Qantas Airways

Tue, 15 Sep - Thu, 3 Dec

14:50 - 11:55MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

28h 05m2 stops Adelaide Doha Hamad Intl

20:10 - 23:20IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

19h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,701Qatar Airways

Tue, 15 Sep - Sat, 14 Nov

00:30 - 18:35MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

49h 05m3 stops Ho Chi Minh City Singapore Changi Doha Hamad Intl

20:05 - 23:35IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

43h 30m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Singapore Changi Ho Chi Minh City

$1,743Multiple Airlines

Mon, 14 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct

10:20 - 07:15MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

27h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

15:30 - 08:40IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

34h 10m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,894China Southern

Tue, 15 Sep - Tue, 22 Sep

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China Southern flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

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China Southern

1 Nov

MEL11:25Melbourne

27h 45m

1 stop

IST07:10Istanbul

30 Nov

IST14:10Istanbul

32h 40m

1 stop

MEL06:50Melbourne

$1,184

China Southern

22 Oct

MEL11:20Melbourne

27h 55m

1 stop

IST07:15Istanbul

7 Nov

IST15:20Istanbul

46h 10m

2 stops

MEL21:30Melbourne

$1,227

China Southern

29 Nov

MEL11:25Melbourne

27h 45m

1 stop

IST07:10Istanbul

6 Dec

IST14:10Istanbul

23h 20m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$1,264

China Eastern flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

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China Eastern

29 Oct

MEL12:00Melbourne

28h 10m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

30 Oct

IST13:35Istanbul

40h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,199

China Eastern

12 Oct

MEL12:00Melbourne

28h 10m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

1 Nov

IST13:35Istanbul

40h 30m

1 stop

MEL14:05Melbourne

$1,201

China Eastern

15 Oct

MEL12:00Melbourne

28h 10m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

23 Nov

IST13:35Istanbul

36h 25m

1 stop

MEL10:00Melbourne

$1,202

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$1,184

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21:40-06:10

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$1,227

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1 stop44h 05m

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1 stop40h 55m

$1,306

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MEL Melbourne - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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Thu 15/10

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1 stop25h 20m

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Mon 23/11

17:20-23:45

1 stop22h 25m

$1,350

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MEL Melbourne - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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22:45-16:05

1 stop25h 20m

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Mon 23/11

17:20-23:45

1 stop22h 25m

$1,352

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul

MELIST

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Thu 21/1

20:15-08:20

1 stop44h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 27/1

14:55-15:40

1 stop40h 45m

$1,741

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Istanbul

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,408 to $1,986.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,184.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from Melbourne, with most prices found around $1,462. The month of October is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,469.

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 $1,922. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Melbourne to Istanbul for around $2,112.

What is the cheapest Melbourne to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 $1,596 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 $1,329 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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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Best price found	$688
Fastest flight time	20h 10m
Direct flights	Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Istanbul	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Istanbul from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $688. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,184.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Istanbul takes 20h 10m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Istanbul on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 2 airports in Istanbul. From Melbourne there are direct flights to Istanbul (IST).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Melbourne to Istanbul

How far is Melbourne to Istanbul by plane?
The distance between Melbourne and Istanbul is about 14620.4 km. Typically, this will take 20h 10m 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?
As of September 2026, there are 15 operators available to choose from 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 X	PriceFrom $356	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 48 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $644	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 581 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Air China	PriceFrom $665	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 165 reviews	Search Air China flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $832	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 475 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $870	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 240 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $960	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,734 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $973	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $984	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $1,067	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 318 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,198	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,533 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights

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