Travelling from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is eight hours ahead of Istanbul.
Your IST to SYD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between IST and SYD:
Dubai Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Sydney Airport flight is 417 €. A return fare right now is 867 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IST to SYD if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
If you're coming in on a late Istanbul Airport to Sydney Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SYD:
Pick up a Sydney Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Sydney Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Sydney Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney Airport, Sydney is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Sydney in March.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Airport to Sydney Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from IST to SYD in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Sydney, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its top attractions. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in Australia, head for Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach are the start of reasons to visit.