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Flights from Istanbul to Sydney

Nonstop flights from Istanbul (IST) to Sydney (SYD) take about 19h 13m (14,973 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $749 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Istanbul to Sydney

Carriers on IST–SYD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Turkish Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Istanbul to Sydney fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $749 one-way. With stops: Feb 2027, from $498. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$176429 Oct 2026 · Turkish Airlines$637 · 2 stops27 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$7796 Nov 2026 · Turkish Airlines$529 · 1 stop30 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$7799 Dec 2026 · Turkish Airlines$523 · 2 stops4 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$7841 Jan 2027 · Turkish Airlines$644 · 2 stops31 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$74922 Feb 2027 · Turkish Airlines$498 · 2 stops22 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$75217 Mar 2027 · Turkish Airlines$523 · 3 stops17 Mar 2027
Jun 2027$79414 Jun 2027 · Turkish Airlines$609 · 1 stop18 Jun 2027
Sept 2027$104320 Sept 2027 · Turkish Airlines$760 · 1 stop20 Sept 2027
Oct 2027—$798 · 1 stop1 Oct 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $529 for November 2026, $498 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 8 of 8 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Istanbul to Sydney, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Sydney

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Istanbul to Sydney flights

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Sydney?
A nonstop flight from Istanbul (IST) to Sydney (SYD) takes about 19h 13m, covering 14,973 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Istanbul from Sydney by air?
The great-circle distance between İstanbul Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 14,973 km (9,304 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to Sydney?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the IST–SYD route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Istanbul to Sydney cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on IST–SYD was $749 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 22 Feb 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Sydney?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $498 one-way, against $798 for October 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Istanbul to Sydney?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $528 with one stop against $749 nonstop, a saving of $221. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Turkey to Australia?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Sydney?
Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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