Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Istanbul (IST) from AU$605

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Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Istanbul (IST)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at AU$605 for one-way flights and AU$940 for round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Melbourne to Istanbul route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Istanbul
Airlines serving
Air China, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, IndiGo, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Oman Air, Philippine Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Royal Brunei Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways International, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Australia
Return price
AU$939
Distance
14555 km
Average flight time
20 hours 45 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

Pick up great flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Melbourne to Istanbul. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Melbourne to Istanbul that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from Melbourne to Istanbul

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$940 to AU$1,889, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Istanbul around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Istanbul is normally in July.

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Expedia makes it easy to find, book, and travel, with everything you need all in one place. When you enter your travel details, find fantastic deals just for you on flight tickets from Melbourne to Istanbul across all the main airline carriers, so you can save time, dollars, and hassle finding the perfect flight. If you think your plans could change, choose refundable flights so any changes won’t cost you more. Book your flight to Istanbul right now and, if you join Expedia Rewards, you earn points this time and every time you travel with Expedia.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from MEL to IST?
Based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights from Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport start from AU$940. Book now to score the best price for your trip. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from MEL to Istanbul Airport?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee varies between airlines. If you do need to cancel your getaway, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
Can I fly from MEL to IST right now?
To see what travel restrictions and quarantine requirements are in place for different citizens flying from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul Airport please visit our COVID 19 travel advisor portal link.
How do I find cheap flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to IST?
The distance is around 14 700 kilometres, so fill your carry-on luggage with everything you need to make your journey comfortable. Wondering what to take on board your Melbourne to Arnavutkoy flight? A sleep mask, earplugs and a travel pillow are among the essentials.
Which airlines fly direct from MEL to IST?
If you want to travel straight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul Airport, you’ll have to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there aren’t any airlines that fly directly on this route.
Are Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally pick up a bargain, with some super cheap fares from Tullamarine Airport to IST showing up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you’d rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices so far in advance.
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