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Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Istanbul (IST)

MEL — IST
Mar 7 — Mar 141
Sat 3/7
Sat 3/14
1 adult, Economy
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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 February 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,094

Good one-way deal

$743 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Melbourne-Istanbul flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Melbourne to Istanbul.
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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 Melbourne to Istanbul in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star

*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 Melbourne Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Melbourne Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Melbourne Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Melbourne Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Melbourne Airport-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 Melbourne to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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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 January 30, 2026.

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 61 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $622). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $929). 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 February 5, 2026.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 February 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Sichuan Airlines, and Qatar Airways from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Sichuan Airlines
7.8
Good
32 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,728 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,210 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
China Eastern
7.2
Good
192 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Currently priced at $721, China Eastern will fly you from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to China Eastern, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from China Southern and Sichuan Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $731 and $764, respectively. You may be able to fly from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sichuan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $394. China Eastern flights start at $489 while deals on Etihad Airways start at $498 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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 Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $622). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $929). 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 Melbourne to Istanbul

Discover the top 7 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 February 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$721Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$731Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$764Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,104Average$1,253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,118Average$1,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,156Average$1,303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Thai AirwaysCheapest$1,271Average$1,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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