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

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

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

China Eastern, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from Melbourne according to our data. China Eastern is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 16 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 April 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 April 2026, there are 16 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.

$661 Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Istanbul in 2026

Q: 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 $1,820 to $1,444. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,237.

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11:00 - 08:10

MEL

IST

28h 10m

1 stop

14:00 - 09:00

IST

MEL

36h 00m

1 stop

$1,237China Eastern

Fri, 1 May - Sat, 16 May

20:20 - 06:30

MEL

IST

41h 10m

1 stop

15:40 - 14:10

IST

MEL

39h 30m

1 stop

$1,250Sichuan Airlines

Mon, 18 May - Tue, 9 Jun

20:20 - 06:30

MEL

IST

41h 10m

1 stop

15:40 - 14:10

IST

MEL

39h 30m

1 stop

$1,262Sichuan Airlines

Thu, 7 May - Thu, 14 May

17:20 - 12:35

MEL

IST

26h 15m

1 stop

14:10 - 15:50

IST

MEL

18h 40m

1 stop

$1,274Etihad Airways

Wed, 13 May - Thu, 4 Jun

20:20 - 06:30

MEL

IST

41h 10m

1 stop

15:40 - 14:10

IST

MEL

39h 30m

1 stop

$1,279Sichuan Airlines

Thu, 21 May - Thu, 28 May

10:20 - 07:15

MEL

IST

27h 55m

1 stop

14:20 - 19:20

IST

MEL

22h 00m

1 stop

$1,307China Southern

Tue, 11 Aug - Wed, 2 Sep

13:00 - 16:05

MEL

SAW

34h 05m

2 stops

13:35 - 04:55

SAW

MEL

32h 20m

1 stop

$1,369Multiple Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 17 Sep

21:45 - 16:05

MEL

SAW

25h 20m

1 stop

13:35 - 04:55

SAW

MEL

32h 20m

1 stop

$1,420Multiple Airlines

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 17 Sep

00:30 - 16:05

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SAW

22h 35m

1 stop

17:15 - 20:30

SAW

MEL

20h 15m

1 stop

$1,421AirAsia X

Tue, 11 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug

00:30 - 16:05

MEL

SAW

22h 35m

1 stop

17:15 - 20:30

SAW

MEL

20h 15m

1 stop

$1,450AirAsia X

Tue, 14 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul

China Eastern flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

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China Eastern

1 May

MEL11:00Melbourne

28h 10m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

16 May

IST14:00Istanbul

36h 00m

1 stop

MEL09:00Melbourne

$1,237

China Eastern

1 May

MEL11:00Melbourne

28h 10m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

16 May

IST14:00Istanbul

36h 00m

1 stop

MEL09:00Melbourne

$1,340

China Eastern

1 May

MEL11:00Melbourne

28h 10m

1 stop

IST08:10Istanbul

8 May

IST14:00Istanbul

36h 00m

1 stop

MEL09:00Melbourne

$1,414

Etihad Airways flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

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Etihad Airways

13 May

MEL17:20Melbourne

26h 15m

1 stop

IST12:35Istanbul

4 June

IST14:10Istanbul

18h 40m

1 stop

MEL15:50Melbourne

$1,274

Etihad Airways

22 Apr

MEL17:10Melbourne

28h 15m

1 stop

IST14:25Istanbul

15 June

IST14:10Istanbul

18h 40m

1 stop

MEL15:50Melbourne

$1,342

Etihad Airways

2 June

MEL17:20Melbourne

26h 45m

1 stop

IST13:05Istanbul

2 Sept

IST14:10Istanbul

18h 40m

1 stop

MEL15:50Melbourne

$1,343

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Fri 1/5

11:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

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Sat 16/5

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,237

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Mon 18/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

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15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,250

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

$1,262

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

17:20-12:35

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

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14:10-15:50

1 stop18h 40m

$1,274

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

20:20-06:30

1 stop41h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 28/5

15:40-14:10

1 stop39h 30m

$1,279

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

10:20-07:15

1 stop27h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 2/9

14:20-19:20

1 stop22h 00m

$1,307

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

13:00-16:05

2 stops34h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 17/9

13:35-04:55

1 stop32h 20m

$1,369

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Thu 13/8

21:45-16:05

1 stop25h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 17/9

13:35-04:55

1 stop32h 20m

$1,420

Fastest return journey

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

00:30-16:05

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 19/8

17:15-20:30

1 stop20h 15m

$1,421

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - SAW

MELSAW

Melbourne

Tue 14/7

00:30-16:05

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 29/7

17:15-20:30

1 stop20h 15m

$1,450

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from Melbourne, with most prices found around $1,493. The month of October is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,503.

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 Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,819. 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 $2,058.

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 $1,651 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 $1,386 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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Fastest flight time	21h 05m
Direct flights	Tue, Thu and Sun
Airports in Istanbul	2 airports

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Istanbul takes 21h 05m

Direct flights go from Melbourne to Istanbul on Tuesday, Thursday 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 21h 05m 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 April 2026, there are 16 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 $368	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 47 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $665	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 547 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Air China	PriceFrom $704	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 146 reviews	Search Air China flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $853	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 452 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $892	Free cancellation	Rating 7.9 33 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $934	Free cancellation	Rating 7.2 200 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $971	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 146 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,034	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,729 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $1,158	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 305 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $1,326	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,300 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Istanbul from Melbourne which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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