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

SYD — IST
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
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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 November or February, 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 September 11, 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,182

Good round-trip deal

$1,842 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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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 August 29, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport (average of $916). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 September 11, 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 22% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sydney to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Thai Airways, China Southern, and Etihad Airways 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
350 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

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
350 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
350 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

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
7.5
Good
110 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
350 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

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
1,250 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
350 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

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
3,968 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
350 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

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
165 reviews
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
350 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Food

7.3

Crew

8.3

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. 8 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 33% 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Istanbul Airport (average of $916). Flying from Sydney to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 8 airlines flying from Sydney to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China SouthernCheapest$738Average$876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$758Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$878Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$931Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$989Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,063Average$1,314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,247Average$1,585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
EmiratesCheapest$1,251Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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