Cheap Flights from Darwin (DRW) to Istanbul (ISTA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Darwin Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,701. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$1,474 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,474, select.

Istanbul.$1,639 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,639, select.

Istanbul.$1,650 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with Emirates and Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Darwin on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,650, select.

Istanbul.$1,693 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,693, select.

Istanbul.$1,701 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,701, select.

Istanbul.$1,705 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May, returning Wed, 27 May.Return flight with Jetstar and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Darwin on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,705, select.

Istanbul.$1,736 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,736, select.

Istanbul.$1,767 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,767, select.

Istanbul.$1,872 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Sun, 19 Jul.Return flight with Emirates and Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Darwin on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,872, select.

Istanbul.$1,875 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Mar, returning Fri, 19 Mar.Return flight with Qantas and Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,875, select.

Istanbul.$1,979 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar, returning Wed, 7 Apr.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Darwin on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,979, select.

Istanbul.$2,015 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Sun, 5 Jul.Return flight with Emirates and Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Darwin on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,015, select.

Istanbul.$2,150 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Emirates and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Darwin on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,150, select.

Istanbul.$2,178 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Sun, 31 Jan.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Darwin on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,178, select.

Istanbul.$2,234 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec, returning Wed, 3 Feb.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Darwin on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Darwin.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,234, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Darwin to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in August.

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Alternative Darwin to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Darwin to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul

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from $1,673

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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul

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from $1,474

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Darwin to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$1,474
Cheapest month to fly	August

Finding cheap flights from Darwin to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

How much are return flights from Darwin to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Darwin to Istanbul is $1,474. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Darwin to Istanbul?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Darwin to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,474.

How many flights are there a week from Darwin to Istanbul?

As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Darwin to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Darwin to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Darwin to Istanbul is usually August.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Darwin Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from $1,474.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Darwin Airport to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Darwin Airport to Istanbul on Saturday, 1 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Darwin Airport to Istanbul?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Darwin Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I get the best flight deal from Darwin Airport to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Istanbul?

In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Darwin Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Singapore Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Istanbul: what you need to know

The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is six hours 30 minutes behind Darwin, where Darwin International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your DRW to Istanbul flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Finding a plane ticket from DRW to Istanbul with a stopover is easy. Whether you want to cut costs on your fare or break up your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A top stop on this route is Changi International Airport (SIN).
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Darwin, DRW can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DRW:
Of the flights that depart from Darwin International Airport, 73.13% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Istanbul

The best price we've found for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Istanbul flight is $751. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,474. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from DRW to Istanbul, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Darwin International Airport to Istanbul throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Picking up a cheap flight from DRW to Istanbul is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a better deal is available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Darwin International Airport to Istanbul by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Darwin International Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from DRW to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. After your flight from Darwin International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
After stepping off your DRW to Istanbul flight, unwind at a hotel near SAW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and set off in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Darwin International Airport to Istanbul. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Istanbul in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Darwin International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DRW to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

More about Istanbul

When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Darwin International Airport to Istanbul:
The Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Istanbul travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its must-visit sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Izmir is another must-experience destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.