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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$976 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun, returning Fri, 27 Jun.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $976, select.
Istanbul.$977 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Sun, 27 Jul.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $977, select.
Istanbul.$978 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $978, select.
Istanbul.$982 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $982, select.
Istanbul.$984 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sun, 27 Jul.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $984, select.
Istanbul.$1,013 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Fri, 1 Aug.Return flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Sydney on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,013, select.
Istanbul.$1,061 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Fri, 12 Sep.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,061, select.
Istanbul.$1,063 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Sydney on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,063, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $1,069
Jun
from $976
Jul
from $1,128
Aug
from $1,063
Sep
from $1,061
Oct
from $1,152
Nov
from $1,063
Dec
from $1,312
Jan
from $1,435
Feb
from $1,436
Mar
from $1,414
Apr
from $1,643

Sydney to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Sydney to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$976
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Istanbul is $976. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $976.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 21 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Istanbul Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
Currently, Sichuan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is eight hours behind Sydney.

  • To ensure you get on your SYD to IST flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SYD and IST:

    • Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • $545 is currently the best price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from $976. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to IST if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.

  • You won't have to check 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 SYD to IST.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • 69.62% of flights that depart Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you're landing on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near IST:

  • Grab an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own set of wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SYD to IST around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are highlights.

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