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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul from £77

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — IST
2 Jan — 9 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul are usually found in November or January, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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 (TR5). 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 28 December 2024.

Round-trip from

£135

One-way from

£77

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£398
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  • 20h 30m total
  • Edinburgh to Istanbul
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  • 20h 35m total
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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 28 December 2024.

Mon 30/1207:00EDI - SAW
2 stops15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/108:25SAW - EDI
1 stop12h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12£175
Mon 30/1207:00EDI - IST
2 stops13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/123:55IST - EDI
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12£191
Sun 29/1212:15EDI - SAW
Nonstop4h 25mPegasus Airlines
Fri 17/109:10SAW - EDI
Nonstop4h 45mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 27/12£348
Sat 28/1212:35EDI - IST
1 stop7h 10mLufthansa
Fri 3/106:50IST - EDI
1 stop13h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 28/12£554
Mon 30/1211:15EDI - IST
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 16/108:30IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/12£627
Sun 29/1218:20EDI - IST
1 stop19h 35mKLM
Sun 5/117:55IST - EDI
1 stop8h 15mKLM
Deal found 27/12£707
Sat 28/1205:45EDI - SAW
1 stop8h 40mKLM
Fri 3/112:55SAW - EDI
1 stop7h 50mKLM
Deal found 27/12£730
Sun 29/1211:40EDI - IST
2 stops10h 35mBritish Airways
Wed 15/107:35IST - EDI
2 stops11h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/12£1,366

Find flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul within your budget

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 28 December 2024.

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EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/1

12:50-23:15

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 16/1

23:55-10:00

1 stop13h 05m

£135

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 29/5

15:15-21:40

Nonstop4h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 15/6

11:25-14:10

Nonstop4h 45m

£136

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 14/3

06:30-00:05

2 stops14h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 18/3

10:25-18:05

1 stop10h 40m

£148

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/2

11:30-04:10

1 stop13h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 12/2

05:10-10:40

1 stop8h 30m

£151

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 9/2

12:40-22:45

1 stop7h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 15/2

18:55-23:15

1 stop7h 20m

£192

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 5/2

05:45-21:20

1 stop12h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 12/2

15:45-23:10

1 stop10h 25m

£230

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 26/2

11:15-18:45

Nonstop4h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 28/2

08:30-10:15

Nonstop4h 45m

£258

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - IST

EDIIST

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 1/5

14:45-00:25

1 stop7h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 4/5

18:45-07:40

1 stop14h 55m

£265

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/6

21:05-13:50

1 stop14h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 12/6

16:10-23:20

1 stop9h 10m

£284

EdinburghIstanbul

EDI - SAW

EDISAW

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 10/1

18:25-18:00

2 stops20h 35m

£77

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Travel insights for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

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

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 27 December 2024.

Booking 87 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?

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 28 December 2024.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Istanbul

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 28 December 2024.

The most flights from EDI to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, 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 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.

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, 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 28 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Turkish Airlines, British Airways and KLM from Edinburgh to Istanbul. 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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,344 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

KLM
7.8
Good
1,344 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,344 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

LOT
7.6
Good
1,114 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,344 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Air France
7.4
Good
1,498 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,344 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,903 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,344 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
622 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,344 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was late do to issues with loading stuff. One of the two bathrooms in business class was not working. WiFi did not work 80% of the time. My bag came out last even though it had a priority tag

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?

    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 5 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 5 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Edinburgh Turnhouse on a regular basis.

  • 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 £136. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air France and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at £151 and £192, respectively. Pegasus Airlines is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul are Lufthansa (£151), Turkish Airlines (£203), and British Airways (£296).

  • 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: Thai Airways (95%), Turkish Airlines (90%), Pakistan International Airlines( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul? While on average our users pay £1,316, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £242. The most popular route (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Istanbul), is priced around £82.

  • 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul

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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£111Average£195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapest£152Average£237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£198Average£252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£201Average£315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£238Average£371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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