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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul from £64

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Best price found

£64

Fastest flight time

4h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Istanbul from Edinburgh in the past 72 hours is £64. The best return flight deal from Edinburgh to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £113.
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul takes 4h 20m
Direct flights go from Edinburgh to Istanbul every day.
There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

November. The cheapest time of year to fly to Istanbul from Edinburgh is November. The most expensive is July.

What is the cheapest day to depart Edinburgh for Istanbul?

Friday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Friday. The most expensive is usually Sunday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

In the evening. Edinburgh to Istanbul flights are approximately 16% more expensive in the afternoon than in the evening

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul from Edinburgh?

Air France. Air France, British Airways, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Edinburgh to Istanbul

What is the cheapest Edinburgh to Istanbul flight route?

Edinburgh Turnhouse - Istanbul. Fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul for the best Edinburgh - Istanbul flight prices

How far in advance should you book Edinburgh to Istanbul flights?

60 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul is approximately 60 days to departure

How many flights depart from Edinburgh to Istanbul on average per day?

As of March 2024, there are 1 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00, with 64% of flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Edinburgh to Istanbul on average per week?

As of March 2024, there are 11 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul. The most common day of the week flights depart is Monday, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

Can stopping save me money on Edinburgh to Istanbul flights?

You could potentially save up to 58% on your flight if you consider stops on a Edinburgh to Istanbul flight.

When you’re planning your trip from Edinburgh to Istanbul, the most popular airport-to-airport route is Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Istanbul Airport. You may be looking for an airport near Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to depart from when travelling to Istanbul and luckily, there are options! You can try Glasgow Intl Airport which is located in Glasgow or Newcastle upon Tyne Airport which is located in Newcastle upon Tyne. You may be looking for an airport near Istanbul Airport to land at when travelling from Edinburgh and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, located in Istanbul is a great option. The least expensive flight option from Edinburgh to Istanbul will typically be GLA — IST during the month of March with an average price of £108 RT.

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) to Istanbul Airport (IST)£113
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Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)£148
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Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) to Istanbul Airport (IST)£108
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Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)£170
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Newcastle upon Tyne Airport (NCL) to Istanbul Airport (IST)£195
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Newcastle upon Tyne Airport (NCL) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)£213
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Easily compare return flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul by changing tabs
Multiple Airlines
13 May
EDI14:15Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 50m
1 stop
IST04:05Istanbul
21 May
IST22:20Istanbul
12h 25m
1 stop
EDI08:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
Lufthansa
23 Apr
EDI05:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 25m
1 stop
IST21:20Istanbul
2 May
IST17:55Istanbul
6h 55m
1 stop
EDI22:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
Norwegian
20 Apr
EDI13:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 05m
1 stop
IST20:35Istanbul
24 Apr
IST20:05Istanbul
25h 45m
2 stops
EDI19:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
KLM
9 Apr
EDI06:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 05m
1 stop
IST16:05Istanbul
15 Apr
IST17:00Istanbul
17h 25m
1 stop
EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
British Airways
11 Sept
EDI10:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 45m
1 stop
IST00:25Istanbul
22 Sept
IST19:50Istanbul
13h 50m
1 stop
EDI07:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
Transavia France
6 Jun
EDI18:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
27h 35m
1 stop
IST00:05Istanbul
13 Jun
IST06:45Istanbul
11h 15m
1 stop
EDI16:00Edinburgh Turnhouse

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

If you're looking for one-way flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul, view some of our deals below provided by Lufthansa, Norwegian and Turkish Airlines
Multiple Airlines
4 Jun
EDI19:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 35m
1 stop
IST12:20Istanbul
Norwegian
24 Aug
EDI13:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 05m
1 stop
IST20:35Istanbul
Lufthansa
4 Sept
EDI05:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 05m
1 stop
IST17:00Istanbul

Search last-minute flights to Istanbul from Edinburgh

Find and compare return flight prices for your last-minute flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Multiple Airlines
25 Mar
EDI06:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
10h 00m
1 stop
SAW19:25Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
1 Apr
SAW22:50Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
27h 40m
1 stop
EDI00:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
Turkish Airlines
19 Mar
EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
4h 25m
IST23:45Istanbul
28 Mar
IST13:40Istanbul
4h 40m
EDI15:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
Multiple Airlines
19 Mar
EDI18:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
15h 25m
1 stop
IST13:00Istanbul
28 Mar
IST23:35Istanbul
15h 35m
1 stop
EDI12:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
Multiple Airlines
25 Mar
EDI19:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
22h 40m
1 stop
SAW21:30Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
31 Mar
SAW00:30Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
14h 20m
1 stop
EDI12:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
KLM
29 Mar
EDI17:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
20h 55m
1 stop
IST16:55Istanbul
3 Apr
IST17:00Istanbul
17h 25m
1 stop
EDI08:25Edinburgh Turnhouse
British Airways
25 Mar
EDI13:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 45m
1 stop
IST00:40Istanbul
31 Mar
IST08:25Istanbul
6h 50m
1 stop
EDI13:15Edinburgh Turnhouse

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul

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Air FrancePriceFrom £127Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,910 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £147Free CancellationRating
7.0
7,933 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £195Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,015 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £205Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,720 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £241Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,799 reviews
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Lufthansa flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Our best Lufthansa deals on Edinburgh to Istanbul flight tickets
Lufthansa
23 Apr
EDI05:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 25m
1 stop
IST21:20Istanbul
2 May
IST17:55Istanbul
6h 55m
1 stop
EDI22:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
Lufthansa
12 Sept
EDI05:55Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 25m
1 stop
IST21:20Istanbul
17 Sept
IST14:00Istanbul
10h 50m
1 stop
EDI22:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
Lufthansa
23 Apr
EDI10:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 30m
2 stops
IST21:20Istanbul
2 May
IST17:55Istanbul
6h 55m
1 stop
EDI22:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

Norwegian flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Our best Norwegian deals on Edinburgh to Istanbul flight tickets
Norwegian
20 Apr
EDI13:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
29h 05m
1 stop
IST20:35Istanbul
24 Apr
IST20:05Istanbul
25h 45m
2 stops
EDI19:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
Norwegian
14 Apr
EDI09:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 45m
1 stop
IST20:35Istanbul
21 Apr
IST21:20Istanbul
36h 25m
2 stops
EDI07:45Edinburgh Turnhouse

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul by plane?

    The distance between Edinburgh Turnhouse and Istanbul is about 1771.3 mi. 4h 20m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Istanbul?

    Prices for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Istanbul were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Istanbul?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Istanbul?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport to Istanbul.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


What are the benefits of the different airports in Edinburgh to Istanbul?

When you get flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul, you depart and arrive at modern terminals. Edinburgh Airport has a priority lane that you can use when you arrive, which means you won’t be held up in the queues. There are also airport hotels, should you want to get some rest before an early flight. Before you board your flight, you can make use of an airport lounge, such as Aspire Lounge, where you can relax before take-off. The airport also offers a range of restaurants, shops and currency exchange points. In Turkey, Istanbul Airport (IST) tends to have the edge over Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), serving more flights. Istanbul Airport has slightly better transport links to the city centre too. Both airports have hotel facilities, car hire branches and currency exchange bureaus. You’ll find a range of restaurants and shops too. All airports on this route are accessible for those with disabilities. It’s recommended you call up ahead of your flight if you require assistance through the airports.


What is the best way to get in and out of airports in Edinburgh to Istanbul?

When you take flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul, you will find it easy to get to the terminal building ahead of your flight. One of the most popular ways to travel to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to get a bus. The Airlink 100 Express takes in the region of 30min and is great for budget travellers. You can also get the tram from the city centre to the terminal building in approximately 35min. A taxi or a rideshare app is a good idea if you want to be picked up from your doorstep. Whilst there are car park spaces at the airport too, should you want to drive. When you get to Istanbul Airport, you can travel to the city centre by taxi, which takes approximately 1 hour. The Havaist Shuttle also runs from the terminal to the city in about 1h 30min. From Sabiha Gockcen Airport you can get the number 251 bus, which takes about 1h 50min to the centre. Alternatively, a taxi, or rideshare journey, takes in the region of 1h 40min.

Which cities can you get to from Istanbul airports?

When you arrive at Istanbul airports, you can reach the city with ease. However, there are other cities that you can reach too. From Istanbul Airport you can get to Corlu in approximately 1h 10min if you’re driving or Karaburun in about 30 minutes by car. If you’re arriving at Sabiha Gokcen Airport, then you can get to Gebze in around 30 miutesn if you’re driving or 1h 15min using public transport. Whilst Papatya Sokak is around 30 minutes drive from the airport or 35 minutes if you’re driving. Should you go from Istanbul to another city, such as Ankara, you can take a 1-hour internal flight. In general, driving to nearby locations tends to be a better option than public transport.


Alternative routes for Edinburgh to Istanbul

Compare alternative flights to and from nearby airports and cities to discover the best prices and most convenient flight times
Edinburgh to Izmir Flights
Fastest flight time6h 50m
Cheapest price£196
Glasgow to Izmir Flights
Fastest flight time7h 25m
Cheapest price£168
Edinburgh to Bodrum Flights
Fastest flight time4h 30m
Cheapest price£126
Edinburgh to Dalaman Flights
Fastest flight time4h 30m
Cheapest price£119
Glasgow to Antalya Flights
Fastest flight time4h 30m
Cheapest price£175
Glasgow to Istanbul Flights
Fastest flight time6h 30m
Cheapest price£108
Edinburgh to Antalya Flights
Fastest flight time4h 40m
Cheapest price£161
Glasgow to Dalaman Flights
Fastest flight time4h 35m
Cheapest price£156
Inverness to Istanbul Flights
Fastest flight time6h 35m
Cheapest price£395
Aberdeen to Istanbul Flights
Fastest flight time12h 10m
Cheapest price£181
Glasgow to Bodrum Flights
Fastest flight time9h 25m
Cheapest price£147
Edinburgh to Diyarbakır Flights
Fastest flight time15h 55m
Cheapest price£498

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Can I find flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Istanbul from Edinburgh.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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