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Cheapest round-trip
$891
Typical prices: $1,148-$1,456
Sichuan Airlines
Sun 12/23Thu 1/4
IST - SYD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$568
Typical prices: $700-$898
China Eastern
Thu 11/22
IST - SYD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Istanbul Airport and Sydney. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 13% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU)
Cheapest • Avg $950 (round-trip)
Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)
Shortest trip • 21h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Sydney (IST-SYD)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Sydney

Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 4
Sichuan Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 3:05 pmIST  Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 25m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 6:40 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul
41h 15m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$891Sichuan Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 6
Sichuan Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 3:05 pmIST  Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 25m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 6:40 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul
41h 15m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$904Sichuan Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Jan 6
Sichuan Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 3:05 pmIST  Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 25m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 6:40 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul
41h 15m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$904Sichuan Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
Sichuan Airlines Logo
3:40 pm - 3:05 pmIST  Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
39h 25m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
Sichuan Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 6:40 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul
41h 15m1 stop Chengdu Tianfu Intl
$904Sichuan Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Jan 7
China Eastern Logo
1:35 pm - 7:20 amIST  Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
9:20 am - 8:10 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul
30h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$928China Eastern
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 20
China Eastern Logo
11:00 am - 9:15 amIST  Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
38h 15m3 stops Xi'an Xianyang Beijing Daxing Intl Wuhan
China Eastern Logo
9:30 pm - 8:10 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul
42h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$961China Eastern
Mon, Dec 21 - Tue, Jan 5
China Eastern Logo
1:35 pm - 1:35 pmIST  Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
40h 00m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
12:00 pm - 8:10 amSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul
28h 10m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$968China Eastern
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Jan 28
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 6:30 amIST  Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
4:50 pm - 12:50 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul
28h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,280Etihad Airways
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 20
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 5:45 pmIST  Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
19h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:30 pm - 12:50 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,280Etihad Airways
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
Etihad Airways Logo
1:55 pm - 6:30 amIST  Istanbul-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
32h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
9:30 pm - 12:50 pmSYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-IST Istanbul
23h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,286Etihad Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Sydney flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney typically range from $1,148 to $1,456. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $891, on Sichuan Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sydney. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sydney at $1,122 round-trip.
•October ($1,487) and May ($1,426) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 32% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Sydney

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Expert on IST

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on SYD

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Key details for Istanbul Airport to Sydney flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$568
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 46% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Sydney

When to book flights from Istanbul to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul Airport to Sydney flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

    A nonstop flight from Istanbul Airport to Sydney takes 00m, covering 9,297 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Sydney flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney range from $1,148 to $1,456, with an average of $1,289 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,148 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Airport to Sydney flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $1,289 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $950 round-trip via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU), compared to $1,517 for nonstop.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Sydney changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $891 to $7,846. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Sydney looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Sydney are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $628, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

    Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
    • No Birds
    • EverythingFleet

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney most commonly connect through:

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,146 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,428, a difference of $282.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Istanbul Airport to Sydney?

    Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 21h 13m, compared with 21h 30m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and 22h 20m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Sydney?

    Sydney is 8 hours ahead of Istanbul Airport (Eastern Australia Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Sydney?

    Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Museum of Contemporary Art and Chinatown Night Market. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Sydney flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Sydney flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,146, about $282 less than Saturday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Sydney trip for April. Fares historically average $1,122 round-trip in that month - typically $365 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chengdu Tianfu Intl Airport (TFU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $950 round-trip on this route - about $568 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

    • ibis budget Sydney Airport
    • Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel
    • Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport

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