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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh from £52

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 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — EDI
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Istanbul to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or November, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£115

One-way from

£52

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£280
10/2-11/2
  • 10/2-11/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 05m total
  • Istanbul to Edinburgh
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10/2
  • 10/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 45m total
  • Istanbul to Edinburgh
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High demand for flights, 15% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Mon 10/213:55IST - EDI
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/206:55EDI - IST
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£115
Mon 3/306:50IST - EDI
1 stop13h 20mLufthansa
Mon 17/312:40EDI - IST
1 stop7h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 16/1£198
Thu 30/113:55IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 3/216:30EDI - IST
Nonstop4h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/1£233
Sun 9/218:25IST - EDI
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 12/210:05EDI - IST
1 stop12h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/1£305
Mon 3/216:00IST - EDI
2 stops45h 10mairBaltic
Sun 9/205:45EDI - IST
2 stops14h 30mairBaltic
Deal found 16/1£727
Fri 24/117:55IST - EDI
1 stop19h 15mKLM
Fri 31/110:55EDI - IST
2 stops14h 15mKLM
Deal found 17/1£1,383
Sun 9/222:35IST - EDI
2 stops16h 25mLOT
Thu 13/212:55EDI - IST
2 stops22h 00mLOT
Deal found 16/1£1,575

Find flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh 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 17 January 2025.

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IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Mon 10/2

13:55-21:40

1 stop10h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 11/2

06:55-23:15

1 stop13h 20m

£115

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sun 9/2

19:00-23:25

1 stop7h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 15/2

12:35-22:45

1 stop7h 10m

£197

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Thu 30/1

13:55-15:30

Nonstop4h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/2

16:30-23:50

Nonstop4h 20m

£233

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sun 9/2

18:25-11:00

1 stop19h 35m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 12/2

10:05-01:10

1 stop12h 05m

£305

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Mon 3/2

16:00-10:10

2 stops45h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 9/2

05:45-23:15

2 stops14h 30m

£727

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sun 9/2

22:35-12:00

2 stops16h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 13/2

12:55-13:55

2 stops22h 00m

£1,575

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Thu 30/1

05:10-16:10

2 stops14h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 3/2

10:55-04:10

2 stops14h 15m

£2,306

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Wed 26/3

08:00-06:55

2 stops25h 55m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 6/4

12:30-23:00

2 stops32h 30m

£9,867

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Mon 10/2

13:55-21:40

1 stop10h 45m

£52

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Mon 7/4

14:05-22:25

1 stop10h 20m

£60

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh

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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 16 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh (average of £80). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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 IST to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 36% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Edinburgh. 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from IST to EDI are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Edinburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Edinburgh ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Edinburgh when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Edinburgh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Edinburgh, 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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh, see what other customers have to say about Lufthansa, British Airways and Turkish Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

airBaltic
7.8
Good
178 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

LOT
7.6
Good
1,114 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Edinburgh. 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 into for flights to Edinburgh from Istanbul?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh. 2 airlines have flights to Turnhouse from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh Turnhouse should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 5 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

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

    According to our current data, Lufthansa (£197), Turkish Airlines (£233), and British Airways (£305) offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh. Users have found that Lufthansa is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is easyJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £60. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aegean Airlines and Transavia France, as they are both options that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh are Thai Airways (91%), JetBlue (90%) and Turkish Airlines (88%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £222. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Edinburgh Turnhouse) can be booked for £94 on average our data indicates £229 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh 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 Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh (average of £80). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh in June is currently the most expensive (average of £105). 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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