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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM3,454. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.RM1,720 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,720, select.
Istanbul.RM1,763 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,763, select.
Istanbul.RM1,801 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,801, select.
Istanbul.RM1,840 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,840, select.
Istanbul.RM1,916 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,916, select.
Istanbul.RM1,927 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,927, select.
Istanbul.RM1,959 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 May.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 16 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,959, select.
Istanbul.RM2,045 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,045, select.
Istanbul.RM2,106 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Sichuan Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,106, select.
Istanbul.RM2,144 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,144, select.
Istanbul.RM2,259 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,259, select.
Istanbul.RM2,824 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,824, select.
Istanbul.RM3,014 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,014, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in February.
Apr
from RM3,014
May
from RM1,959
Jun
from RM1,916
Jul
from RM1,801
Aug
from RM1,927
Sep
from RM1,840
Oct
from RM1,763
Nov
from RM2,045
Dec
from RM2,106
Jan
from RM2,144
Feb
from RM1,720
Mar
from RM2,259

Alternative Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
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Melbourne to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM1,720
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul is RM3,441. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM3,441.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul is usually May.
If you're flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from RM3,441.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul on Friday, 8 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Air China offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located in Melbourne. Following the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is eight hours behind Melbourne.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your MEL to Istanbul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it simple to book plane tickets from MEL to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)

  • Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near MEL:

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul

  • RM1,720 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM3,441. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MEL to Istanbul if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across the month and walk away with a sweet deal.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MEL to Istanbul by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near IST:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.

  • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from MEL to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • The centre of Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.

  • You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MEL to Istanbul flight:

  • Forget about public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare offers from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW will save you money.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Visit Istanbul during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Before booking a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEL to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top attractions which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its top sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

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