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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport from £79

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — IST
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul are usually found in March or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£133

One-way from

£79

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£302

Good round-trip deal

£483 or less

Good one-way deal

£416 or less
17/6-24/6
  • 17/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 50m total
  • Edinburgh to Istanbul
16/5
  • 16/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 05m total
  • Edinburgh to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£43 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul.

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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 15 April 2025.

Tue 17/606:30EDI - IST
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 24/604:45IST - EDI
1 stop6h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£133
Tue 16/906:15EDI - IST
1 stop13h 05mLufthansa
Wed 24/917:55IST - EDI
1 stop6h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 14/4£200
Wed 30/409:15EDI - IST
1 stop13h 50mBritish Airways
Fri 2/520:25IST - EDI
1 stop16h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/4£253
Thu 29/516:50EDI - IST
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Mon 2/607:10IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 14/4£281
Fri 18/406:00EDI - IST
1 stop19h 25mAir France
Thu 24/404:20IST - EDI
1 stop14h 15mAir France
Deal found 14/4£343
Tue 9/913:20EDI - IST
2 stops25h 20mLOT
Tue 16/917:30IST - EDI
2 stops21h 00mLOT
Deal found 14/4£491

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Edinburgh

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 17/6

06:30-19:25

1 stop10h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 24/6

04:45-09:40

1 stop6h 55m

£133

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 16/9

06:15-21:20

1 stop13h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 24/9

17:55-22:45

1 stop6h 50m

£200

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/4

09:15-01:05

1 stop13h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 2/5

20:25-10:30

1 stop16h 05m

£253

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/5

16:50-23:15

Nonstop4h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 2/6

07:10-09:35

Nonstop4h 25m

£281

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 9/9

13:20-16:40

2 stops25h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 16/9

17:30-12:30

2 stops21h 00m

£491

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 16/5

06:20-19:25

1 stop11h 05m

£79

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/5

12:50-10:55

1 stop20h 05m

£120

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/6

15:30-00:30

1 stop7h 00m

£164

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 24/5

16:50-23:15

Nonstop4h 25m

£185

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 24/6

13:20-13:05

2 stops21h 45m

£236

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport 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?

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 15 April 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

The most flights from EDI to IST are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport 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 Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, 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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 15 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul, such as Norwegian, LOT and Turkish Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing

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?

    Most people fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul. On average, Turnhouse has 4 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 5 airlines. Edinburgh Turnhouse is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Edinburgh’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport round-trip from £200. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are British Airways, from £253, and Turkish Airlines, from £281. Lufthansa is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Norwegian, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £120. British Airways flights start at £164 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £185 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?

    Consider JetBlue (93%), Turkish Airlines (91%) or Pakistan International Airlines (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?

    While on average a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport is generally £1,173, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £276. When looking at the most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Istanbul), you can expect to pay £110 for that flight.

  • 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 Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul

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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£105Average£190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapest£169Average£231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£172Average£312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£184Average£302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£189Average£282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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