How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Departing from Edinburgh to Istanbul will take you 6h 45m. The distance from Edinburgh to Istanbul is about 1757 mi.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul round-trip?

Flying on Pegasus Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at £110. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at £167 and £169, respectively. Pegasus Airlines is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Edinburgh to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul? While on average our users pay £1,172, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £225. The most popular route (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Istanbul), is priced around £109.

What are the most reliable airlines from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Before booking your flight to Istanbul from Edinburgh, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: JetBlue (82%), Thai Airways (75%), Turkish Airlines( 75%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

British Airways, KLM and Lufthansa are the most popular airlines when flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Istanbul.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Find a great deal and save up to 22% by booking at least 24 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Edinburgh to Istanbul within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at £210.

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

March can be a great time to fly to Istanbul from Edinburgh with a flight ticket averaging about £257. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of March for as cheap as £94. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

For a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul, you will be flying from Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Turnhouse is the only Edinburgh airport and it handles 6 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 5 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Edinburgh Turnhouse on a regular basis.

Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

£67+ Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Round-trip from	£148
One-way from	£67
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	March
Average price	£227

Pegasus Airlines
22/9-28/9
1 total stop
13h 45m total
Edinburgh to Istanbul

Search Deals

Pegasus Airlines
9/10
Nonstop
4h 20m total
Edinburgh to Istanbul

Search Deals

Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£33 potential increase over avg. return price).

Search Deals

Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).

Search Deals

Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Search Deals

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Thu 25/908:35EDI - SAW

1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sun 28/911:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£148

Fri 3/1006:40EDI - SAW

1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 15/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£148

Mon 22/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Thu 2/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£149

Thu 18/918:35EDI - SAW

1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines

Mon 22/911:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£150

Sat 27/913:30EDI - SAW

1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 8/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£151

Thu 2/1010:25EDI - SAW

1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 5/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£151

Thu 9/1008:35EDI - IST

1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines

Thu 16/1004:45IST - EDI

2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£152

Mon 15/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Wed 24/911:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 10/9£152

Sun 5/1005:55EDI - SAW

1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 6/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£153

Sun 28/907:00EDI - SAW

1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£154

Wed 8/1013:35EDI - IST

1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 15/1004:45IST - EDI

2 stops14h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£154

Tue 16/922:55EDI - SAW

2 stops17h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 24/911:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£154

Best flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Thu 25/910:25EDI - SAW

1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines

Tue 30/900:30SAW - EDI

1 stop20h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/9£148

Sat 7/313:00EDI - IST

1 stop6h 45mLufthansa

Wed 11/319:00IST - EDI

1 stop7h 15mLufthansa

Deal found 10/9£213

Sat 22/1117:55EDI - IST

1 stop20h 30mBritish Airways

Thu 27/1107:35IST - EDI

1 stop7h 55mBritish Airways

Deal found 12/9£216

Sun 21/1222:00EDI - IST

1 stop19h 10measyJet

Mon 29/1221:00IST - EDI

1 stop13h 55measyJet

Deal found 11/9£220

Thu 2/1010:35EDI - IST

Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines

Thu 9/1007:10IST - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 11/9£245

Thu 2/1015:20EDI - SAW

1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 7/1012:35SAW - EDI

1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£151

Sat 27/913:30EDI - SAW

1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines

Fri 10/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£151

Mon 29/906:40EDI - SAW

1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sun 5/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£151

Thu 2/1015:20EDI - SAW

1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 8/1017:35SAW - EDI

1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£152

Tue 30/915:30EDI - SAW

1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£152

Sun 28/906:15EDI - IST

1 stop13h 05mLufthansa

Wed 8/1006:10IST - EDI

1 stop13h 05mLufthansa

Deal found 10/9£236

Wed 24/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sat 27/910:25SAW - EDI

1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£154

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from Edinburgh to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Tue 7/1015:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Sun 12/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£148

Mon 22/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Thu 2/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£149

Tue 23/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Wed 1/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£151

Wed 8/1015:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Mon 13/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£152

Wed 8/1015:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Fri 10/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£154

Tue 7/1015:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Thu 9/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£154

Mon 29/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Thu 9/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£155

Mon 29/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Sun 5/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 10/9£156

Mon 22/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Wed 1/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£157

Wed 1/1015:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Tue 7/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£158

Thu 25/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Fri 10/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 10/9£161

Thu 5/211:00EDI - IST

Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines

Tue 17/213:50IST - EDI

Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 11/9£185

Last-minute flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Data last updated 12 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Mon 15/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Wed 24/911:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 10/9£152

Tue 16/922:55EDI - SAW

2 stops17h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 24/911:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£154

Thu 18/918:35EDI - SAW

1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines

Mon 22/911:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£150

Mon 22/915:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Mon 29/911:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£149

Thu 25/908:35EDI - SAW

1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines

Sun 28/911:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£148

Sat 27/913:30EDI - SAW

1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines

Wed 8/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£151

Sun 28/907:00EDI - SAW

1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£154

Thu 2/1010:25EDI - SAW

1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines

Thu 9/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£151

Fri 3/1006:40EDI - SAW

1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 15/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£148

Sun 5/1005:55EDI - SAW

1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 6/1011:45SAW - EDI

Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£153

Wed 8/1013:35EDI - IST

1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines

Wed 15/1004:45IST - EDI

2 stops14h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£154

Thu 9/1008:35EDI - IST

1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines

Thu 16/1004:45IST - EDI

2 stops20h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£152

One-way flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Thu 9/1015:15EDI - SAW

Nonstop4h 20mPegasus Airlines

Deal found 11/9£67

Wed 17/911:50EDI - SAW

1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£71

Sun 30/1107:55EDI - SAW

1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£75

Thu 25/910:25EDI - SAW

1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£76

Wed 1/1021:10EDI - IST

1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£77

Tue 30/906:00EDI - IST

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£78

Tue 23/920:45EDI - SAW

1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£78

Wed 17/911:50EDI - IST

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£80

Thu 9/1006:00EDI - IST

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£80

Mon 22/906:40EDI - SAW

1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£82

Sat 27/916:55EDI - SAW

1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9£86

Thu 25/906:00EDI - IST

1 stop19h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£89

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 25/9

10:25-21:45

1 stop9h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 30/9

00:30-18:30

1 stop20h 00m

£148

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 2/10

15:20-00:45

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 7/10

12:35-18:45

1 stop8h 10m

£151

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 27/9

13:30-23:30

1 stop8h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 10/10

11:45-14:10

Nonstop4h 25m

£151

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 29/9

06:40-18:00

1 stop9h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 5/10

11:45-14:10

Nonstop4h 25m

£151

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 2/10

15:20-00:45

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 8/10

17:35-22:45

1 stop7h 10m

£152

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 30/9

15:30-00:45

1 stop7h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 9/10

11:45-14:10

Nonstop4h 25m

£152

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 24/9

15:15-21:35

Nonstop4h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 27/9

10:25-23:10

1 stop14h 45m

£154

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/10

06:20-21:40

1 stop13h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 17/10

11:45-14:10

Nonstop4h 25m

£155

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 8/10

11:50-21:35

1 stop7h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 12/10

11:45-14:10

Nonstop4h 25m

£155

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 9/10

10:25-21:45

1 stop9h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 14/10

11:45-14:10

Nonstop4h 25m

£157

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 11/9

Showing 1-10 of 38 results

Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Edinburgh with our price prediction graph.

Estimated return price

Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to IST?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 64% on flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Istanbul

The most flights from EDI to TR5 are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Turkish Airlines, andLufthansa from Edinburgh to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Turkish Airlines

7.3

Good

3,968 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

7,409 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Pegasus Airlines

6.8

Okay

639 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

British Airways

6.7

Okay

7,361 reviews

KLM

7.8

Good

1,385 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Mark,Sept 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?
For a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul, you will be flying from Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Turnhouse is the only Edinburgh airport and it handles 6 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 5 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Edinburgh Turnhouse on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?
Departing from Edinburgh to Istanbul will take you 6h 45m. The distance from Edinburgh to Istanbul is about 1757 mi.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul round-trip?
Flying on Pegasus Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at £110. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by KLM and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at £167 and £169, respectively. Pegasus Airlines is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Edinburgh to Istanbul?
Before booking your flight to Istanbul from Edinburgh, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: JetBlue (82%), Thai Airways (75%), Turkish Airlines( 75%).
What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul? While on average our users pay £1,172, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £225. The most popular route (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Istanbul), is priced around £109.
Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Edinburgh to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Alternative routes for Edinburgh to Istanbul

Top 5 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Pegasus Airlines	Cheapest£110	Average£188	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Pegasus Airlines flights
KLM	Cheapest£167	Average£270	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Lufthansa	Cheapest£169	Average£227	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest£175	Average£284	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	Cheapest£193	Average£306	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights

Fly with Cheapflights

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Istanbul from Edinburgh by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Can Cheapflights find flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul with no change fees?

Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul become cheaper?

Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Istanbul from Edinburgh today and book when prices fit your budget.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.

Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul from £67

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Round-trip from

One-way from

Popular in

Cheapest in

Average price

Find flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to IstanbulExplore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul that are best for you.

Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Edinburgh with our price prediction graph.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Turkish Airlines, andLufthansa from Edinburgh to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul round-trip?

What are the most reliable airlines from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Can I find deals for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

How can I find direct flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Edinburgh to Istanbul

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top 5 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Can Cheapflights find flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul with no change fees?

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul become cheaper?

100% Free

Book with Flexibility

Travel Smart

Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 September 2025.