CNS - IST

$1,183 Find Cheap Flights from Cairns to Istanbul

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cairns to Istanbul departing on 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cairns to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Cairns to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest return fare
$1,887
Emirates
Sun 12/4Sun 3/5
CNS - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,170
China Eastern
Sat 4/4
CNS - IST • 3 stops
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Cheapest • from $1,887 (return)
Best reviews • 8.2 score
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Cheap Flights from Cairns to Istanbul (CNS-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Cairns to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Cairns to Istanbul

Sun, 12 Apr - Sun, 3 May
Emirates Logo
18:55 - 17:25
CNS
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IST
29h 30m
2 stops
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23:30 - 11:50
IST
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CNS
53h 20m
2 stops
$1,887Emirates
Sun, 12 Apr - Sun, 3 May
Emirates Logo
18:55 - 17:25
CNS
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IST
29h 30m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
23:30 - 12:55
IST
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CNS
30h 25m
2 stops
$1,915Emirates
Fri, 24 Apr - Fri, 1 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 06:30
CNS
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IST
50h 30m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:55 - 09:45
IST
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CNS
33h 50m
2 stops
$1,956Multiple Airlines
Tue, 28 Jul - Thu, 20 Aug
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:15 - 04:55
CNS
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IST
41h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:50 - 09:20
IST
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CNS
34h 30m
2 stops
$1,995Multiple Airlines
Tue, 12 May - Wed, 13 May
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 17:25
CNS
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IST
35h 50m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
02:10 - 22:45
IST
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CNS
37h 35m
2 stops
$2,012Emirates
Tue, 12 May - Wed, 13 May
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 14:25
CNS
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IST
32h 50m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
02:10 - 22:45
IST
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CNS
37h 35m
2 stops
$2,013Emirates
Tue, 12 May - Wed, 13 May
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 17:25
CNS
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IST
35h 50m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
02:10 - 22:45
IST
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CNS
37h 35m
2 stops
$2,036Emirates
Tue, 12 May - Wed, 13 May
Emirates Logo
12:35 - 14:25
CNS
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IST
32h 50m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
02:10 - 22:45
IST
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CNS
37h 35m
2 stops
$2,049Emirates
Fri, 24 Apr - Fri, 1 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 18:35
CNS
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IST
62h 35m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:40 - 08:40
IST
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CNS
38h 00m
2 stops
$2,131Multiple Airlines
Fri, 24 Apr - Fri, 1 May
Singapore Airlines Logo
18:15 - 08:30
CNS
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IST
45h 15m
1 stop
Singapore Airlines Logo
13:10 - 17:00
IST
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CNS
44h 50m
1 stop
$2,387Singapore Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Cairns to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Cairns to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Cairns to Istanbul?

The cheapest round-trip price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Cairns to Istanbul were found on Emirates ($1,887) and Singapore Airlines ($2,387).

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$1,170
Best time to beat the crowds (22% less expensive on average)
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FAQs for booking Cairns to Istanbul flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Cairns to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Cairns to Istanbul Airport was $1,170 for a one-way ticket and $1,887 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Cairns to Istanbul?

    When flying out of Cairns you will be using Cairns. You will be landing at Istanbul, also known as Istanbul.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Cairns to Istanbul?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Cairns to Istanbul?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Cairns and Istanbul.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Cairns to Istanbul, Singapore Airlines or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Cairns to Istanbul are Singapore Airlines and Emirates. With an average price for the route of $1,905 and an overall rating of 8.2, Singapore Airlines is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $2,144 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Cairns to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Cairns to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Cairns to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from Cairns is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Cairns to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to Cairns with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Cairns to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from Cairns up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from Cairns to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Cairns to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.2
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1475 reviews
7.8Food
8.6Crew
8.3Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.0Entertainment
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The flight arrived on time. 2×2 seating meant no one needed to sit in the middle. This was a connectibf flight from Singapore and required going to 3 counters in different levels to check a golf bag

6.0 GoodDean, Dec 2025
SIN - JFK
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The flight arrived on time. 2×2 seating meant no one needed to sit in the middle. This was a connectibf flight from Singapore and required going to 3 counters in different levels to check a golf bag

toilets could be cleaned more frequently, everything else was pretty good.

The flight crew was phenominal! We couldn't have asked for any better. They were experienced professionals.

The crew was very courteous and professional. the flight is relatively clean and comfortable.

SQ service is great as always. However, the food quality seems to have gotten a lot worse recently.

Service was top notch and the attention to passengers is great. Takeoff and landing was on schedule. Food selection is good

I was in a middle seat where I felt a bit too cramped otherwise the trip was good

Lounge a access was excellent as was the attentiveness and service from the crew as always. The food and drink supplied were of good quality. The entertainment system had a good selection and I liked the mapping system supplied. However the screen wild have been bigger and the operation a little smoother to navigate. The seats were barely comfortable, but adequate.

Headwind delayed our flight which wasn’t the airlines fault

Horrendous. We upgraded and they took the money but cancelled one of our tickets. The recline action didn’t work on the seats for the flight from Singapore to London, pre booked meals but they seemed to have disappeared as well.. Phone customer service was horrendous. Took 5 phone calls and no fix. Craig at the airport was the only one who seemed to be able to get the ticket back.

Offboarding in Dubai was a bit confusing. The bus dropped us off, we passed the security, and then we were again in departure, no clue, no guidance on where to get our luggage

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

I would have liked less packaged snacky stuff, more fruit. The crew was great.

Love that you can walk directly to your gate from the Emirates Business class lounge, very convenient

Bathrooms were amazing and first class seat was very comfortable. Food was edible but not up to the standards of other first class meals on other airlines. But Caviar was amazing! So much caviar. Dom Perignon 2015 was room temperature. It would have been amazing if it was chilled down a bit more. Slippers were amazing and amenity kit requested was beautiful. Requested Pajamas never came so can’t tell you how nice they were. Loved the design of the seat and personal storage. Suite was much smaller than other airline’s first class and tv screen was tiny and remote difficult to use. I probably wouldn’t pay for this flight again.

It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

We boarded but due to a technical issue we spent 4.5hrs on the ground waiting for the issue to be resolved

Wonderful Premium Economy experience. Felt as good as Business Class for food and entertainment. Comfortable sleeping too

Crew were excellent and the bar service and chat fantastic. Cheese board delicious. Amenity kit good, very disappointing not getting pyjamas on this leg of the flight and needed to reuse from earlier flight.

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