Cheap flights from Istanbul to Sydney

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Flight deals from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,107. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in May.

Istanbul to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Istanbul to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$557
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Sydney is $1,100. 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 Istanbul to Sydney. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,100.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Istanbul to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sydney is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Airport on Sunday, 17 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Istanbul Airport and Sydney Airport. 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 Sydney 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 Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Azerbaijan Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • Sydney is eight hours ahead of Istanbul and is in the UTC+11 timezone.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your IST to SYD flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between IST and SYD include:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • $557 is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,100. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from IST to SYD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from IST to SYD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes around 50 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Sydney. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from IST to SYD in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Sydney, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its leading sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If you want to check out another corner of Australia, consider Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are highlights.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.