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Flight information for Edinburgh to Istanbul

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Best price found

£47

Fastest flight time

4h 20m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Istanbul from Edinburgh in the past 72 hours is £47. The best return flight deal from Edinburgh to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £122.
The fastest flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul takes 4h 20m
There are no direct flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport - Istanbul Airport and Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport.
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 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 December 2023, there are 1 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00, with 66% of flights taking off at midday.

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

As of December 2023, 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 39% 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 EDI — IST during the month of December with an average price of £92 RT.

Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) to Istanbul Airport (IST)£92
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Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)£138
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Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) to Istanbul Airport (IST)£111
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Glasgow Intl Airport (GLA) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)£161
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Newcastle upon Tyne Airport (NCL) to Istanbul Airport (IST)£164
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Newcastle upon Tyne Airport (NCL) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)£202
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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
12 Jan
EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m
1 stop
IST21:30Istanbul
20 Jan
IST22:05Istanbul
19h 55m
1 stop
EDI15:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
Lufthansa
9 Feb
EDI12:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 55m
1 stop
IST22:35Istanbul
14 Feb
IST19:00Istanbul
7h 00m
1 stop
EDI23:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
British Airways
9 Jan
EDI14:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 05m
1 stop
IST00:05Istanbul
11 Jan
IST08:05Istanbul
9h 15m
1 stop
EDI14:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
Turkish Airlines
24 Feb
EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
4h 25m
IST23:45Istanbul
28 Feb
IST08:35Istanbul
4h 40m
EDI10:15Edinburgh Turnhouse
Multiple Airlines
21 Jan
EDI21:15Edinburgh Turnhouse
13h 25m
1 stop
IST13:40Istanbul
27 Jan
IST00:25Istanbul
19h 10m
1 stop
EDI16:35Edinburgh Turnhouse
Multiple Airlines
17 Feb
EDI09:05Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 25m
1 stop
IST21:30Istanbul
23 Feb
IST22:05Istanbul
24h 40m
1 stop
EDI19:45Edinburgh 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 Turkish Airlines
Multiple Airlines
26 Jan
EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m
1 stop
IST21:30Istanbul
Multiple Airlines
19 Jan
EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m
1 stop
IST21:30Istanbul
Multiple Airlines
10 Jan
EDI07:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
11h 30m
1 stop
IST21:30Istanbul

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
11 Dec
EDI09:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 45m
1 stop
IST20:30Istanbul
19 Jan
IST22:05Istanbul
13h 25m
1 stop
EDI08:30Edinburgh Turnhouse
Lufthansa
10 Dec
EDI12:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 55m
1 stop
IST22:35Istanbul
17 Jan
IST19:00Istanbul
7h 00m
1 stop
EDI23:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
Turkish Airlines
12 Dec
EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
4h 25m
IST23:45Istanbul
17 Jan
IST08:35Istanbul
4h 40m
EDI10:15Edinburgh Turnhouse
Multiple Airlines
11 Dec
EDI09:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
7h 45m
1 stop
IST20:30Istanbul
16 Jan
IST22:05Istanbul
14h 55m
1 stop
EDI10:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
Multiple Airlines
11 Dec
EDI09:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 10m
1 stop
SAW06:55Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
20 Jan
SAW10:30Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
8h 15m
1 stop
EDI15:45Edinburgh Turnhouse
British Airways
11 Dec
EDI15:10Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 30m
1 stop
IST00:40Istanbul
14 Jan
IST14:45Istanbul
8h 40m
1 stop
EDI20:25Edinburgh Turnhouse

Best airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul

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Airline
Rating
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Air FrancePriceFrom £127Free CancellationRating
7.3
490 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom £161Free CancellationRating
6.8
1,087 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £200Free CancellationRating
6.4
2,330 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom £208Free CancellationRating
7.4
372 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £247Free CancellationRating
7.6
303 reviews
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Lufthansa flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Our best Lufthansa deals on Edinburgh to Istanbul flight tickets
Lufthansa
9 Feb
EDI12:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 55m
1 stop
IST22:35Istanbul
14 Feb
IST19:00Istanbul
7h 00m
1 stop
EDI23:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
Lufthansa
16 Feb
EDI12:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 55m
1 stop
IST22:35Istanbul
20 Feb
IST06:35Istanbul
19h 25m
1 stop
EDI23:00Edinburgh Turnhouse
Lufthansa
9 Feb
EDI12:40Edinburgh Turnhouse
6h 55m
1 stop
IST22:35Istanbul
14 Feb
IST06:35Istanbul
8h 20m
1 stop
EDI11:55Edinburgh Turnhouse

airBaltic flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Our best airBaltic deals on Edinburgh to Istanbul flight tickets
airBaltic
17 Feb
EDI13:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
48h 00m
2 stops
IST16:20Istanbul
23 Feb
IST15:50Istanbul
24h 00m
2 stops
EDI12:50Edinburgh Turnhouse
airBaltic
17 Feb
EDI13:20Edinburgh Turnhouse
48h 00m
2 stops
IST16:20Istanbul
23 Feb
IST15:50Istanbul
33h 40m
2 stops
EDI22:30Edinburgh Turnhouse

  • How far is Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul by plane?

    The distance between Edinburgh Turnhouse and Istanbul is about 1771.3 mi. 4h 25m 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

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