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Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to Istanbul (IST)

SYD — IST
nov. 29 — déc. 61
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1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated octobre 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,093
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sydney Kingsford Smith-Istanbul flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($94 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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Compare providers for flights from Sydney to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Gotogate to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate Users can find the same prices on Sydney-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sydney-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Gotogate the most. Gotogate has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sydney-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Istanbul Airport is 82 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport (average of $663). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $790). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octobre 30, 2025.

When flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated octobre 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Thai Airways, Etihad Airways, and China Southern from Sydney to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
361 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Joe,Jun 2025

BKK - TPE

The flight was very comfortable, and I really appreciated that each seat had an electric outlet to charge devices. The staff was great.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
361 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
361 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Joe,Jun 2025

BKK - TPE

The flight was very comfortable, and I really appreciated that each seat had an electric outlet to charge devices. The staff was great.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,284 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
361 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Joe,Jun 2025

BKK - TPE

The flight was very comfortable, and I really appreciated that each seat had an electric outlet to charge devices. The staff was great.
China Southern
7.4
Good
117 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
361 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Joe,Jun 2025

BKK - TPE

The flight was very comfortable, and I really appreciated that each seat had an electric outlet to charge devices. The staff was great.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,033 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
361 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Joe,Jun 2025

BKK - TPE

The flight was very comfortable, and I really appreciated that each seat had an electric outlet to charge devices. The staff was great.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
174 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
361 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Joe,Jun 2025

BKK - TPE

The flight was very comfortable, and I really appreciated that each seat had an electric outlet to charge devices. The staff was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD), located 4.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Sydney to Istanbul. 7 airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    China Southern, at $738, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include China Eastern and Turkish Airlines. China Southern is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport (average of $663). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $790). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Sydney to Istanbul

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated octobre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$738Average$1,021FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$749Average$930FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$878Average$1,204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$931Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$989Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,247Average$1,507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$1,251Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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