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Flight deals from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,140. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.$1,119 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,119, select.

Istanbul.$1,139 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,139, select.

Istanbul.$1,140 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,140, select.

Istanbul.$1,140 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Sep, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,140, select.

Istanbul.$1,144 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,144, select.

Istanbul.$1,145 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,145, select.

Istanbul.$1,146 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,146, select.

Istanbul.$1,147 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,147, select.

Istanbul.$1,148 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,148, select.

Istanbul.$1,149 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Sun, 3 Jan.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 3 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,149, select.

Istanbul.$1,150 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,150, select.

Istanbul.$1,151 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,151, select.

Istanbul.$1,151 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,151, select.

Istanbul.$1,209 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,209, select.

Istanbul.$1,230 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Mon, 21 Dec.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,230, select.

Istanbul.$1,258 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,258, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul

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

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Melbourne to Istanbul: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul is $1,119. 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 Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,119.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul?

As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul is usually September.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 8 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport?

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

How can I find the best flight deal 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.

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

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

Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is eight hours behind Melbourne.
Your MEL to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MEL and IST include:
- Dubai Airport
- Singapore Changi Airport
- Soekarno-Hatta Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

$650 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,119. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEL to IST if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MEL to IST.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

63% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on time.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near MEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

Consider staying in a hotel close to IST if you're catching a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Istanbul Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

From Istanbul Airport, Istanbul is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you'd like to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MEL to IST sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Start your sightseeing at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.