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Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Istanbul:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Sydney to Istanbul takes 00m, covering 24,039 km.

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.

Return flights from Sydney to Istanbul range from $1,415 to $1,996, with an average of $1,684 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,415 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the $1,684 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $1,292 return via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared with $1,946 for direct.

Since Istanbul is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Istanbul Airport (IST) – daily rates from around $15:

• CIRCULAR
• Avec Car Rental
• Ok Mobility
• Alamo
• Autounion Car Rental

Near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) – daily rates from around $18:

• Avec Car Rental
• CIRCULAR
• Final Rentals
• Autounion Car Rental
• ESSENCE CAR RENTAL

Flights from Sydney to Istanbul usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and may arrive at several airports in Istanbul area, including Istanbul (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

One-stop flights from Sydney to Istanbul most commonly connect through:

• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 13% of one-stop connections
• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 13% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Sydney to Istanbul. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,598 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,741, a difference of $143.

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

Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 22h 12m, compared to 22h 22m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and 22h 41m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

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

Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul are Taksim Square, Ayasofya, and Galata Kulesi. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul on KAYAK.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Istanbul has two international airports. The Istanbul Airport is 50 km to the northwest of Istanbul city centre, on the European side of the city. Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is 32 km from Istanbul city centre, on the Asian side of the metropolis. Both airports receive flights from Sydney Airport.

On average, the prices are quite similar when looking at flights to Sabiha Gokcen Airport and Istanbul Airport from Sydney Airport. Sabiha Gokcen Airport is closer to the city centre and a shuttle bus operates from the airport for around A$ 3.75; it takes about 90min. To get to the city centre from Istanbul Airport via public transport, you need to get the H2 bus to Sisli—Mecidiyekoy Station, then transfer to the M2 metro line to Taksim Square. It takes about 70min and costs roughly A$ 10. Both airports offer taxi services, and the taxi from Sabiha Gokcen Airport usually takes 50min and costs about A$ 37, while the taxi from Istanbul Airport takes roughly 55min and generally costs A$ 46.

Unfortunately, there are no direct flights to either international airport in Istanbul from Sydney Airport. Qatar Airways offers a one-stop flight path that stops in Doha (DOH) to both international airports. Etihad, Turkish Airlines and Singapore Airlines also offer one- or two-stop flight paths to Istanbul.

Flights from Sydney to Istanbul tend to include at least one stopover. Flights operated by Turkish Airlines usually stop at Kuala Lumpur (KUL), while Philippine Airlines flights stop in Manila (MNL). Etihad flights stop in Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Emirates flights stop in Dubai (DXB).

All Nippon Airways has introduced significant measures aimed at reducing the CO2 emitted on their flights. They run occasional trips from Sydney to Istanbul that stop at Haneda Aiport (HND), in Tokyo. These flights emit up to 51% less CO2 than average flights on this route.

You'll need to be at the airport a few hours before your flight from Sydney to Istanbul, so if you're looking for a place to relax, you can use one of their airport lounges. Qantas and Emirates have their own lounges for business passengers and frequent flyers. You can also pay to use the SkyTeam or Premium Plaza lounges.

If you need special assistance at the airport or on board your flights, contact your airline at least 48 hours in advance. If you are travelling with your own wheelchair, you can usually use it at the airport, but you'll need to check it at the gate and transfer to one provided by your airline.