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China Eastern Logo
12:00 - 08:00SYD-IST
28h 00m1 stop
China Eastern Logo
13:35 - 10:00IST-SYD
36h 25m1 stop
$1,140China Eastern
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Thu, 23 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov
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20:15 - 08:20MEL-IST
44h 05m1 stop
Air China Logo
14:55 - 15:45IST-MEL
40h 50m1 stop
$1,144Air China
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Wed, 29 Oct - Fri, 7 Nov
China Southern Logo
22:00 - 06:00MEL-IST
40h 00m2 stops
China Southern Logo
15:55 - 21:30IST-MEL
21h 35m1 stop
$1,180China Southern
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Sun, 19 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:25 - 06:10SYD-IST
40h 45m1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
15:30 - 14:40IST-SYD
39h 10m1 stop
$1,192Sichuan Airlines
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Sat, 15 Nov - Fri, 19 Dec
China Southern Logo
22:00 - 06:00MEL-IST
40h 00m2 stops
China Southern Logo
15:55 - 21:30IST-MEL
21h 35m1 stop
$1,206China Southern
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Sun, 19 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
Sichuan Airlines Logo
21:25 - 06:10SYD-IST
40h 45m1 stop
Sichuan Airlines Logo
15:30 - 14:40IST-SYD
39h 10m1 stop
$1,258Sichuan Airlines
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Sat, 15 Nov - Mon, 15 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
15:05 - 12:10PER-SAW
26h 05m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:40 - 12:00SAW-PER
17h 20m1 stop
$1,565Qatar Airways
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Qatar Airways Logo
15:05 - 12:10PER-SAW
26h 05m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
13:40 - 12:00SAW-PER
17h 20m1 stop
$1,603Qatar Airways
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Emirates Logo
22:20 - 21:15PER-SAW
27h 55m1 stop
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14:05 - 00:40SAW-PER
29h 35m1 stop
$1,881Emirates
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Tue, 30 Sep - Thu, 16 Oct
Emirates Logo
22:35 - 01:10ADL-IST
34h 05m1 stop
Emirates Logo
23:40 - 20:50IST-ADL
37h 40m1 stop
$2,075Emirates
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Locate flights to Istanbul that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, momondo users made a total of 78,305 searches and data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
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Price

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/10

12:00-08:00

1 stop28h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 5/11

13:35-10:00

1 stop36h 25m

$1,140

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 29/10

20:15-08:20

1 stop44h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 7/11

14:55-15:45

1 stop40h 50m

$1,144

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 19/10

22:00-06:00

2 stops40h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 27/10

15:55-21:30

1 stop21h 35m

$1,180

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

21:25-06:10

1 stop40h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 19/12

15:30-14:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,192

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Sun 19/10

22:00-06:00

2 stops40h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 27/10

15:55-21:30

1 stop21h 35m

$1,206

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 15/11

21:25-06:10

1 stop40h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 15/12

15:30-14:40

1 stop39h 10m

$1,258

PerthIstanbul

PER - SAW

PERSAW

Perth

Mon 23/2

15:05-12:10

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 23/3

13:40-12:00

1 stop17h 20m

$1,565

PerthIstanbul

PER - SAW

PERSAW

Perth

Mon 24/11

15:05-12:10

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 24/12

13:40-12:00

1 stop17h 20m

$1,603

PerthIstanbul

PER - SAW

PERSAW

Perth

Tue 30/9

22:20-21:15

1 stop27h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 16/10

14:05-00:40

1 stop29h 35m

$1,881

AdelaideIstanbul

ADL - IST

ADLIST

Adelaide

Fri 10/10

22:35-01:10

1 stop34h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 27/10

23:40-20:50

1 stop37h 40m

$2,075

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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 Australia, with most prices found around $1,368. The month of February is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,434.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Istanbul?

Users booking trips to Istanbul from Izmir found flights 85% cheaper than the average price of flights to Istanbul. To find the cheapest price to Istanbul from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,662. 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 Australia to Istanbul for around $2,553.

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 Australia to Istanbul when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,624. Flying to Istanbul in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around $1,804. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from Australia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $1,658 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 Australia for as low as $1,517 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM SYDNEYNovember18% cheaperFlying from Sydney to Istanbul costs on average just $1,368 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM SYDNEYDecember23% more expensiveIt costs about $2,051 for flights to Istanbul from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM SYDNEYSeptember134% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Istanbul from Sydney in September than any other month

Cheap Istanbul flight deals and tips

Summary info about Istanbul flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$453

Best Round-Trip Price

$1,140

Fastest flight time

21h 30m

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The best one-way flight price to Istanbul from Australia in the last 72 hours is $453 (Perth to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).
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The best round-trip flight price to Istanbul from Australia in the last 72 hours is $1,140 (Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul).
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The fastest flight to Istanbul from Australia takes 21h 30m (Perth to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).
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December has the highest demand for flights to Istanbul, with a 7% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Istanbul

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

The ideal time to book your flight to Istanbul is 82 days in advance, when prices tend to average $1,658.

Is there an alternative airport near Istanbul?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Istanbul is possible. If you are planning a flight to Istanbul, consider booking flights to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (32 km from Istanbul city centre), Tekirdag Corlu Airport (89 km from Istanbul city centre), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (99 km from Istanbul city centre) or Bursa Yenişehir Airport (99 km from Istanbul city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Istanbul?

You can find deals at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport for $347 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Beyoglu?

Yes. To go to Beyoglu, book a flight to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen which is in Istanbul and is about 31.7 km away from Beyoglu.

What’s the closest airport to Taksim?

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen airport is 31.2 km from Taksim in Istanbul, making it the closest airport.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Istanbul?

Prices for flights to Istanbul were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Istanbul?

There are 36 operators available for flights to Istanbul as of September 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly to Istanbul?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Istanbul.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Istanbul?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight to Istanbul. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Istanbul on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Istanbul?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Istanbul by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Istanbul right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Istanbul. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

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