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Cheapest return flight
$1,550
Typical prices: $1,738-$2,027
Qatar Airways
Sun 11/2Sun 11/3
MEL - ESB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
$1,352
Typical prices: $951-$1,293
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/12
MEL - ESB • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Melbourne Airport and Ankara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 10% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Cheapest • Avg $1,802 (return)
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Shortest trip • 21h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Ankara (MEL-ESB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Melbourne to Ankara

Wed, 10 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 12:00MEL  Melbourne-ESB Ankara Esenboga
27h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 17:50ESB  Ankara Esenboga-MEL Melbourne
20h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,510Qatar Airways
Just now
Thu, 11 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 12:00MEL  Melbourne-ESB Ankara Esenboga
27h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 17:50ESB  Ankara Esenboga-MEL Melbourne
20h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,550Qatar Airways
18 hours ago
Thu, 11 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
16:10 - 12:00MEL  Melbourne-ESB Ankara Esenboga
27h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
13:00 - 17:50ESB  Ankara Esenboga-MEL Melbourne
20h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,566Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:00 - 19:00MEL  Melbourne-ESB Ankara Esenboga
35h 00m3 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:15 - 05:40ESB  Ankara Esenboga-MEL Melbourne
32h 25m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuala Lumpur Intl Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai
$1,664Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 11 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:05 - 17:10MEL  Melbourne-ESB Ankara Esenboga
31h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Istanbul
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 16:45ESB  Ankara Esenboga-MEL Melbourne
26h 15m2 stops Istanbul Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$1,664Multiple Airlines
18 hours ago
Mon, 8 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:00 - 17:25MEL  Melbourne-ESB Ankara Esenboga
34h 25m3 stops Beijing Capital Vienna Intl Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:55 - 20:45ESB  Ankara Esenboga-MEL Melbourne
42h 50m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,697Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, 8 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
18:00 - 12:00MEL  Melbourne-ESB Ankara Esenboga
50h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl
Virgin Australia Logo
13:00 - 17:50ESB  Ankara Esenboga-MEL Melbourne
20h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,710Virgin Australia
1 day ago
Wed, 10 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
00:30 - 17:10MEL  Melbourne-ESB Ankara Esenboga
24h 40m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:55 - 20:45ESB  Ankara Esenboga-MEL Melbourne
22h 50m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,788Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Fri, 19 Mar - Sun, 28 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:35 - 02:10MEL  Melbourne-ESB Ankara Esenboga
35h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
08:55 - 20:40ESB  Ankara Esenboga-MEL Melbourne
27h 45m2 stops Istanbul Singapore Changi
$1,813Turkish Airlines
3+ days ago
Wed, 17 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb
Virgin Australia Logo
17:10 - 12:00MEL  Melbourne-ESB Ankara Esenboga
26h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Virgin Australia Logo
13:00 - 17:50ESB  Ankara Esenboga-MEL Melbourne
20h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$1,900Virgin Australia
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Melbourne Airport to Ankara flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Ankara?

Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara typically range from $1,738 to $2,027. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,550 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ankara?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ankara. It's 3% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ankara?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ankara at $1,675 return.
•December ($2,171) and November ($1,988) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 29% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara the cheapest?

Flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Melbourne Airport to Ankara flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$1,352
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 115% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Melbourne Airport to Ankara

When to book flights from Melbourne to Ankara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Ankara based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Melbourne Airport to Ankara flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ankara?

    A direct flight from Melbourne Airport to Ankara takes 00m, covering 22,934 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ankara?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Melbourne Airport to Ankara flight?

    Return flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara range from $1,738 to $2,027, with an average of $1,855 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,738 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Melbourne Airport to Ankara flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the $1,855 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Ankara changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,510 to $12,664. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Melbourne Airport to Ankara looking right now?

    One-way fares from Melbourne Airport to Ankara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $3,003, which is 172% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)?

    Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging $60 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • ESSENCE CAR RENTAL
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • Windycar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Melbourne Airport to Ankara?

    Flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara usually depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Ankara Esenboga (ESB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara pass through?

    One-stop flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 94% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 3% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Melbourne Airport to Ankara. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $1,810 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,916, a difference of $106.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Melbourne Airport to Ankara?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 21h 39m, compared to 23h 40m via Istanbul (IST) and 29h 25m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport and Ankara?

    Ankara is 8 hours behind Melbourne Airport (Turkey Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Ankara?

    Kizilay Square is one of the most viewed places in Ankara on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Melbourne Airport to Ankara flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $1,810, about $106 less than Sunday fares (6% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Melbourne Airport to Ankara trip for March. Fares historically average $1,675 return in that month – typically $496 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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