£334 Cheap Flights from Melbourne Tullamarine (MEL) to Istanbul (IST)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.£334 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Jan, returning Fri, 6 Mar.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £334, select.

Istanbul.£347 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £347, select.

Istanbul.£349 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £349, select.

Istanbul.£493 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £493, select.

Istanbul.£502 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan, returning Fri, 6 Feb.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £502, select.

Istanbul.£532 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Wed, 11 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Mar, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £532, select.

Istanbul.£533 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Mar, returning Sun, 5 Apr.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £533, select.

Istanbul.£540 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Apr, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 11 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From £540, 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.

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Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Melbourne to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£334
Cheapest month to fly	January

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

How much are return flights from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul is £334. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from £334.

How many flights are there a week from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul?

As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine to Istanbul is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 31 January 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and Istanbul Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, China Eastern offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul eight hours behind Melbourne.
Leave enough time to catch your MEL to IST flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEL and IST:
- Dubai Airport
- Changi International Airport
- Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

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

£195 is currently the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from £334. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MEL to IST, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MEL to IST by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

Of all flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 15 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

If you're arriving on a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 30 miles from central Istanbul. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 220 miles away to the east, well-known attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're ready to explore another side of Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 200 miles south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are among its highlights.