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20:50 - 16:05
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SAW
24h 15m
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17:15 - 03:55
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29h 40m
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$954Multiple Airlines
Sun, 17 May - Mon, 1 Jun
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17:15 - 03:45
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$967Multiple Airlines
Sun, 17 May - Mon, 1 Jun
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14:20 - 19:25
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22h 05m
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$1,137China Southern
Wed, 13 May - Wed, 20 May
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14:10 - 07:15
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15:30 - 06:25
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31h 55m
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$1,171China Southern
Sun, 7 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun
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11:00 - 08:10
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28h 10m
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14:00 - 09:00
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36h 00m
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$1,242China Eastern
Thu, 21 May - Fri, 26 Jun
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17:10 - 14:25
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13:50 - 15:50
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$1,257Etihad Airways
Wed, 29 Apr - Wed, 20 May
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$1,258Etihad Airways
Wed, 13 May - Sun, 31 May
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$1,263China Eastern
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$1,802Qatar Airways
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$1,808Qatar Airways
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Cheapest return flight

PerthIstanbul

PER - SAW

PERSAW

Perth

Sun 17/5

20:50-16:05

1 stop24h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 1/6

17:15-03:55

1 stop29h 40m

$954

PerthIstanbul

PER - SAW

PERSAW

Perth

Sun 17/5

20:50-16:05

1 stop24h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 1/6

17:15-03:45

1 stop29h 30m

$967

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 13/5

14:10-22:10

1 stop39h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 20/5

14:20-19:25

1 stop22h 05m

$1,137

SydneyIstanbul

SYD - IST

SYDIST

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/6

14:10-07:15

1 stop24h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 11/6

15:30-06:25

2 stops31h 55m

$1,171

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Thu 21/5

11:00-08:10

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 26/6

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,242

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 29/4

17:10-14:25

1 stop28h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 20/5

13:50-15:50

1 stop19h 00m

$1,257

MelbourneIstanbul

MEL - IST

MELIST

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

17:20-12:35

1 stop26h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 31/5

13:50-15:50

1 stop19h 00m

$1,258

BrisbaneIstanbul

BNE - IST

BNEIST

Brisbane

Fri 22/5

11:05-08:00

1 stop27h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 1/6

14:00-09:00

1 stop36h 00m

$1,263
Fastest return journey

BrisbaneIstanbul

BNE - SAW

BNESAW

Brisbane

Wed 15/7

22:10-12:10

1 stop21h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 7/8

13:35-17:30

1 stop20h 55m

$1,802

BrisbaneIstanbul

BNE - SAW

BNESAW

Brisbane

Mon 7/9

22:10-12:10

1 stop21h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 13/9

13:35-22:45

1 stop26h 10m

$1,808

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from Australia, with most prices found around $1,542. The month of February is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from Australia averaging around $1,545.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Istanbul?

Users booking trips to Istanbul from Pristina found flights 86% 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 Friday when prices can be found for as low as $1,803. 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 $2,315.

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 $1,473 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Istanbul

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM SYDNEYMay8% cheaperFlying from Sydney to Istanbul costs on average just $1,542 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM SYDNEYDecember21% more expensiveIt costs about $2,022 for flights to Istanbul from Sydney in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM SYDNEYJuly236% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Istanbul from Sydney in July than any other month

Cheap Istanbul flight deals and tips

Summary info about Istanbul flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$464

Best Round-Trip Price

$954

Fastest flight time

24h 15m

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The best one-way flight price to Istanbul from Australia in the last 72 hours is $464 (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 $954 (Perth to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).
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The fastest flight to Istanbul from Australia takes 24h 15m (Perth to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).
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December has the highest demand for flights to Istanbul, with a 2% 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 70 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 $385 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 Sultanahmet?

Yes. To go to Sultanahmet, book a flight to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen which is in Istanbul and is about 30.3 km away from Sultanahmet.

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 30 operators available for flights to Istanbul as of March 2026.

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?

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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.

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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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