Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Istanbul (IST)
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Istanbul are usually found in November or October, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 July 31, 2025.
Popular in | December |
|---|---|
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $1,181 |
Good one-way deal | $743 or less |
Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Istanbul
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport
How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Melbourne Airport 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 MEL to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne 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 July 31, 2025.
When flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Melbourne to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 32% of 1-stop itineraries from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Chengdu (TFU) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $776.
What’s the fastest layover option from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 20h 07m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Singapore (SIN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 41m.
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Top 9 airlines flying from Melbourne to Istanbul
Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 July 31, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$721 | Average$806 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$755 | Average$1,010 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$764 | Average$768 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$891 | Average$1,315 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$921 | Average$1,291 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$932 | Average$1,234 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,069 | Average$1,390 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$1,156 | Average$1,301 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$1,169 | Average$1,775 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% |