£396 Cheap Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Istanbul (IST)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £396 for one-way flights and £565 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Eastern Airlines
Sat, 1 Nov - Thu, 12 Mar
MEL
Melbourne
IST
Istanbul
£565 Return, found 11 hours ago
£565
Return
found 11 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Sat, 1 Nov from Melbourne to Istanbul, returning Thu, 12 Mar, priced at £565 found 11 hours ago
China Eastern Airlines
Tue, 18 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
IST
Istanbul
£566 Return, found 2 days ago
£566
Return
found 2 days ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Tue, 18 Nov from Melbourne to Istanbul, returning Tue, 25 Nov, priced at £566 found 2 days ago
China Eastern Airlines
Mon, 18 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
IST
Istanbul
£582 Return, found 4 hours ago
£582
Return
found 4 hours ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Mon, 18 Aug from Melbourne to Istanbul, returning Mon, 25 Aug, priced at £582 found 4 hours ago
Air China
Fri, 29 Aug - Fri, 5 Sep
MEL
Melbourne
IST
Istanbul
£622 Return, found 4 days ago
£622
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Air China flight, departing Fri, 29 Aug from Melbourne to Istanbul, returning Fri, 5 Sep, priced at £622 found 4 days ago
Singapore Airlines
Sun, 3 Aug - Sun, 10 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
IST
Istanbul
£784 Return, found 4 days ago
£784
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Singapore Airlines flight, departing Sun, 3 Aug from Melbourne to Istanbul, returning Sun, 10 Aug, priced at £784 found 4 days ago
Etihad Airways
Sun, 3 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug
MEL
Melbourne
IST
Istanbul
£859 Return, found 5 days ago
£859
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sun, 3 Aug from Melbourne to Istanbul, returning Tue, 19 Aug, priced at £859 found 5 days ago
Qatar Airways
Sun, 8 Mar - Sun, 12 Apr
MEL
Melbourne
SAW
Istanbul
£909 Return, found 5 days ago
£909
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Sun, 8 Mar from Melbourne to Istanbul, returning Sun, 12 Apr, priced at £909 found 5 days ago
Asiana Airlines
Mon, 10 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov
MEL
Melbourne
IST
Istanbul
£934 Return, found 1 day ago
£934
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Mon, 10 Nov from Melbourne to Istanbul, returning Sat, 29 Nov, priced at £934 found 1 day ago
Emirates
Thu, 16 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
SAW
Istanbul
£987 Return, found 6 days ago
£987
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Thu, 16 Oct from Melbourne to Istanbul, returning Thu, 30 Oct, priced at £987 found 6 days ago
Qantas Airways
Mon, 29 Sep - Tue, 28 Oct
MEL
Melbourne
IST
Istanbul
£997 Return, just found
£997
Return
just found
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, 29 Sep from Melbourne to Istanbul, returning Tue, 28 Oct, priced at £997 just found
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Flight from Melbourne to Istanbul route information
Origin airport
Tullamarine
Destination airport
Istanbul
Airlines serving
Air China, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Oman Air, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways International, Turkish Airlines
Return price
£564
Distance
14555 km

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To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Tullamarine (MEL) to Istanbul (IST)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Melbourne to Istanbul today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Tullamarine to Istanbul start at just £565 and range up to £997.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Melbourne and Istanbul
  • booking your flight during November, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Melbourne to Istanbul flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Tullamarine to Istanbul for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from MEL to IST?
Based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip flights from Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport start from £565. Book now to score the best price for your trip. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from MEL to Istanbul Airport?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee varies between airlines. If you do need to cancel your getaway, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
Can I fly from MEL to IST right now?
To see what travel restrictions and quarantine requirements are in place for different citizens flying from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul Airport please visit our COVID 19 travel advisor portal link.
How do I find cheap flights from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to IST?
The distance is around 14,700 kilometres, so fill your carry-on luggage with everything you need to make your journey comfortable. Wondering what to take on board your Melbourne to Arnavutkoy flight? A sleep mask, earplugs and a travel pillow are among the essentials.
Which airlines fly direct from MEL to IST?
If you want to travel straight from Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul Airport, you'll have to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there aren't any airlines that fly directly on this route.
Are Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Late planners can occasionally pick up a bargain, with some super cheap fares from Tullamarine Airport to IST showing up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continually --- as early as a year in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines quote prices so far in advance.

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