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Cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul

One-way fares from $457, found recently by travellers. Plus what 5 days in Istanbul costs once you land.

Cheapest one-way$457China Southern · 29 Oct 2026
Quickest flight20h 55m1 stop
Non-stop flightsFewcheapest fares have stops
Cheapest monthOctfrom $457

Cheapest dates we found

One-way economy prices travellers found on Aviasales in the last few days. They change often, so open a fare to see today's price.

Lowest fare by month

Oct 26$457
Jan 27$490
Feb 27$466

Lowest one-way fare seen for each month. Months with no price had no recent searches.

Airlines on this route

Recent cheap fares were with China Southern, China Eastern. Low-cost airlines often charge extra for checked bags and seats, so compare the full price.

When to go to Istanbul

April to May and September to November. Summers are hot and crowded; winters are cool and rainy.

Money-saving tips for Istanbul

  • Use an Istanbulkart for trams, metro and ferries; ferries across the Bosphorus are cheap sightseeing.
  • Eat simit, balık ekmek and lokanta set meals for good value.
  • Major museums are expensive for foreigners; choose a few that matter most to you.

Questions

How much is a flight from Sydney to Istanbul?

The cheapest one-way fare we found recently was $457 with China Southern on 29 Oct 2026. Most of the fares we saw were between $457 and $495 one way. Prices change daily, so open the fare to see today's price.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Istanbul?

The quickest flight in our recent results took 20h 55m with 1 stop.

Are there direct flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

The cheapest fares we found all had at least one stop. Non-stop flights may exist at higher prices, so check the flight search.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Istanbul?

In our recent results, October had the lowest fare ($457 one way). This is based on prices other travellers found, not a forecast.

How much money do I need for 5 days in Istanbul?

About $245 for one backpacker, or $1,200 for two people travelling mid-range (hotel, food, transport and sights, flights not included). Add about $914 per person for a return flight from Sydney.

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