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

AirAsia X, Sichuan Airlines, and Qatar Airways 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 - 09:45IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

35h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,182China Southern

Sat, 7 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

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

41h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

15:40 - 15:00IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

39h 20m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,189Sichuan Airlines

Fri, 6 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

$1,189China Eastern

Thu, 15 Oct - Wed, 28 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

$1,189China Eastern

Mon, 12 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

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

41h 00m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

15:40 - 15:00IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

39h 20m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl

$1,189Sichuan Airlines

Fri, 6 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

23:25 - 07:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

39h 45m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

14:10 - 21:30IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

23h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,212China Southern

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

18:20 - 12:50MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

26h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:55 - 16:45IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

18h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,228Etihad Airways

Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov

20:40 - 08:00MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

43h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital

14:55 - 16:05IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

41h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,232Air China

Thu, 8 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

18:20 - 12:50MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

26h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

13:55 - 16:45IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

18h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

$1,311Etihad Airways

Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

20:40 - 08:00MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

43h 20m1 stop Beijing Capital

14:55 - 16:05IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

41h 10m1 stop Beijing Capital

$1,360Air China

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

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11:00 - 08:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

28h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

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

40h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,281China Eastern

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 16 Nov

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

27h 15m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Beijing Daxing Intl

14:10 - 09:45IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

35h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,496China Southern

Mon, 28 Sep - Mon, 16 Nov

22:45 - 12:00MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

20h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

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

25h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,548Qatar Airways

Mon, 28 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct

12:00 - 14:25MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

33h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl

16:20 - 07:25IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

31h 05m2 stops Manama Bahrain Intl Singapore Changi

$1,552Multiple Airlines

Mon, 28 Sep - Tue, 27 Oct

01:30 - 00:35MEL Melbourne-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

30h 05m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Zurich

00:35 - 12:10SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-MEL Melbourne

27h 35m3 stops Sharjah Phuket City Singapore Changi

$1,563Multiple Airlines

Sun, 27 Sep - Mon, 26 Oct

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

19h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

18:35 - 06:25IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

27h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,586Emirates

Mon, 28 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct

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

19h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

18:35 - 06:25IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

27h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,588Emirates

Mon, 28 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct

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

51h 15m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Beijing Daxing Intl

14:20 - 20:20IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

22h 00m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

$1,667China Southern

Sun, 27 Sep - Sun, 18 Oct

22:45 - 18:35MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

26h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

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

19h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl

$1,986Qatar Airways

Sun, 27 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct

11:00 - 08:10MEL Melbourne-IST Istanbul

52h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

14:00 - 10:00IST Istanbul-MEL Melbourne

37h 00m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Nanjing Lukou Intl

$2,164China Eastern

Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

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China Southern flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

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China Southern

7 Nov

MEL11:25Melbourne

27h 45m

1 stop

IST07:10Istanbul

23 Nov

IST14:10Istanbul

35h 35m

1 stop

MEL09:45Melbourne

$1,182

China Southern

16 Nov

MEL23:25Melbourne

39h 45m

1 stop

IST07:10Istanbul

30 Nov

IST14:10Istanbul

23h 20m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$1,212

China Southern

16 Nov

MEL11:25Melbourne

27h 15m

2 stops

IST06:40Istanbul

29 Nov

IST14:10Istanbul

23h 20m

1 stop

MEL21:30Melbourne

$1,217

Qatar Airways flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

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Qatar Airways

29 Sept

MEL22:45Melbourne

26h 50m

1 stop

IST18:35Istanbul

22 Nov

IST20:10Istanbul

19h 10m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,461

Qatar Airways

28 Sept

MEL22:45Melbourne

20h 15m

1 stop

IST12:00Istanbul

31 Oct

IST13:50Istanbul

25h 30m

1 stop

MEL23:20Melbourne

$1,548

Qatar Airways

30 Sept

MEL22:00Melbourne

27h 35m

1 stop

IST18:35Istanbul

27 Dec

IST13:50Istanbul

31h 55m

1 stop

MEL05:45Melbourne

$1,587

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1 stop18h 50m

$1,228

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$1,232

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18:20-12:50

1 stop26h 30m

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13:55-16:45

1 stop18h 50m

$1,311

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL Melbourne - IST Istanbul

MELIST

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Wed 14/10

20:40-08:00

1 stop43h 20m

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Wed 4/11

14:55-16:05

1 stop41h 10m

$1,360

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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 $1,349 to $1,800.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,182.

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 $1,468. The month of March is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,483.

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 $1,925. 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 $2,116.

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 $1,601 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 $1,332 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	$682
Fastest flight time	19h 50m
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 $682. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,182.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Istanbul takes 19h 50m

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 19h 50m 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 $357	Free cancellation	Rating 6.4 48 reviews	Search AirAsia X flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $646	Free cancellation	Rating 6.8 582 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Air China	PriceFrom $666	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 166 reviews	Search Air China flights
Virgin Australia	PriceFrom $833	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 477 reviews	Search Virgin Australia flights
China Eastern	PriceFrom $868	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 242 reviews	Search China Eastern flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $962	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,731 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
China Southern	PriceFrom $975	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 172 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Sichuan Airlines	PriceFrom $985	Free cancellation	Rating 7.8 35 reviews	Search Sichuan Airlines flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom $1,068	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 320 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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