How many flights from Sydney to Istanbul are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 0.9% of flights from Sydney to Istanbul have been non-stop. This indicates that direct flights are not common for this route. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of connections observed has been 2. Travelers should anticipate at least one stop, and often more, when planning their journey between these two cities.

What's the flight time from Sydney to Istanbul?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Sydney to Istanbul is approximately 21 hours and 15 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration increases to about 25 hours and 50 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 14971 kilometers. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their itinerary, especially if opting for a flight with connections.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Sydney to Istanbul?

Based on historical data over the trailing 30 days, good prices on flights from Sydney to Istanbul are considered frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find favorable deals for this route. While specific prices fluctuate, the overall trend indicates a consistent availability of competitive fares. Keeping an eye on price trends can help travelers secure a good deal.

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Sydney to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Istanbul

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul connect at least once, with only 0.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Sydney to Istanbul, including connections, takes about 21h 15m. This accounts for the entire travel time from departure to arrival, reflecting the long-haul nature of the route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Istanbul? The most affordable fares are typically found in January, with a median price of $755. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $1035, followed by November at a median of $1070.

Fares for flights from Sydney to Istanbul typically range from $1138–$1953, with a median of $1540. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

The distance between Sydney and Istanbul is approximately 14971 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international route.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Istanbul

Regular price: A$1,539 - A$2,192

Prices for flights from Sydney to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 1,539 AUD and 2,192 AUD. The current lowest deal is 1,163 AUD with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Oct 20 to Oct 26.

now A$1,163

Low A$1,539

High A$2,192

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Istanbul is January, with a median price of $751. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2556. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$751

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,556

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Direct flights from Sydney to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Istanbul

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Istanbul

Sydney (SYD) - Istanbul (IST)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,857

A$1,245

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Istanbul

Sydney (SYD) - Istanbul (IST)

FlyAsianXpress

A$1,761

A$1,358

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Istanbul

Sydney (SYD) - Istanbul (IST)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,759

A$1,173

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Istanbul

Sydney (SYD) - Istanbul (IST)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,912

A$1,367

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Istanbul

Sydney (SYD) - Istanbul (IST)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,973

A$1,457

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Istanbul

Sydney (SYD) - Istanbul (IST)

China Southern Airlines

A$1,754

A$1,255

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Sydney to Istanbul

11 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 13

A$2,392 → A$1,597

33%

14 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 15

A$2,402 → A$1,630

32%

8 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 9

A$2,388 → A$1,626

32%

21 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 29

A$2,498 → A$1,746

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Istanbul

Sydney - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent roundtrip prices from Sydney to Istanbul are below the typical level at $1163.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices.

Historically, January has the lowest median price at $751, offering potential savings.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 29h 5m.

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Sydney to Istanbul is 29h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

This route is primarily served by connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights.

Turkish Airlines is a carrier that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are frequent.

Deals for flights from Sydney to Istanbul are frequently available, appearing often.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Sydney Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Istanbul, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~9 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,167

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Sydney to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,167

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Consider Adnan Menderes as a major international hub with high flight frequency and excellent connectivity.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (reachable by car, requires separate domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,561

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Sydney to Istanbul is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $1609. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw a higher average price of $1825, while booking 7-13 days out had an average of $1688. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased less than a week before departure showing elevated costs.

A flight from Sydney to Istanbul is generally considered a good deal if you find it for $1138 or less. This threshold is based on historical price data over a 90-day period, representing the lower quartile of prices. The median price for this route has been observed at $1540, with prices at the 75th percentile reaching $1953. Therefore, securing a fare at or below $1138 indicates a significant saving compared to typical prices.

Historically, January has been the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Istanbul, with a median price of $755. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $1035, and November follows with a median of $1070. These months tend to be more affordable compared to the annual median price of $1540 for this route. Travelers looking for the best value should consider these months for their trip.

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Sydney to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Istanbul

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Sydney to Istanbul connect at least once, with only 0.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

The distance between Sydney and Istanbul is approximately 14971 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul international route.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Istanbul

Regular price: A$1,539 - A$2,192

Prices for flights from Sydney to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 1,539 AUD and 2,192 AUD. The current lowest deal is 1,163 AUD with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Oct 20 to Oct 26.

now A$1,163

Low A$1,539

High A$2,192

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Istanbul

January

Cheapest

Flights from A$751

December

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,556

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