Travelling from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Istanbul is eight hours behind Melbourne. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is located in Istanbul, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Melbourne to IST. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more travellers during high season, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to IST. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
67.71% of flights that leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to IST flight is far easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80.09% of them landing on schedule.
About Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Have a late flight from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near IST and be in snooze mode sooner:
Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience more of Istanbul and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from central Istanbul. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
317 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. A return flight starts from 638 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to IST. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Find a cheap flight from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport by using filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to go to Istanbul. August is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Melbourne to IST plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Hagia Sophia History Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum and Historic Areas of Istanbul are popular attractions which should be on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. Around 225 kilometres south-east of Istanbul, a trip to Eskisehir will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Eskişehir, Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri.
Around 153 kilometres east of Istanbul, Adapazarı is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Ozanlar Ulu Cami, Güllük Cami and Valide Cami.
