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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Istanbul from £66

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 23/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — IST
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Glasgow to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow (GG1) 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 3 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£120

One-way from

£66

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£208
10/3-13/3
  • 10/3-13/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 30m total
  • Glasgow to Istanbul
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23/4
  • 23/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 20m total
  • Glasgow to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (£2 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Glasgow to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 February 2025.

Mon 10/307:20GLA - IST
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 13/321:45IST - GLA
1 stop27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2£120
Mon 24/307:20GLA - SAW
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/321:10SAW - GLA
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2£123
Mon 3/309:05GLA - IST
2 stops16h 05mAir France
Tue 11/305:10IST - GLA
2 stops14h 25mAir France
Deal found 3/2£348
Sun 9/212:35GLA - IST
1 stop7h 10mLufthansa
Fri 14/219:00IST - GLA
1 stop7h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 3/2£368
Sun 9/217:25GLA - SAW
1 stop24h 55mKLM
Fri 14/212:55SAW - GLA
1 stop24h 00mKLM
Deal found 3/2£397
Sat 5/416:30GLA - SAW
2 stops43h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 12/416:20SAW - GLA
1 stop20h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/2£617

Find flights from Glasgow to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Glasgow 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 3 February 2025.

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GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Mon 10/3

07:20-23:15

1 stop12h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 13/3

21:45-22:20

1 stop27h 35m

£120

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Mon 24/3

07:20-00:25

1 stop14h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 30/3

21:10-10:15

1 stop15h 05m

£123

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Mon 3/3

09:05-04:10

2 stops16h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 11/3

05:10-16:35

2 stops14h 25m

£348

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Sat 5/4

16:30-13:50

2 stops43h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 12/4

16:20-11:15

1 stop20h 55m

£617

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Wed 23/4

07:05-19:25

1 stop10h 20m

£66

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Sun 20/4

12:25-22:30

1 stop8h 05m

£78

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Sun 6/4

09:30-13:15

1 stop25h 45m

£176

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Best time to book a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Glasgow to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Glasgow to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 31 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Glasgow 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 3 February 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Glasgow to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Glasgow to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 25 February 2024.

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

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 3 February 2025.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,470 reviews
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Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PNR - LAD

Why bother with the continental breakfast? It's so lack luster that it's not worth anyone's time.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,470 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,470 reviews
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Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PNR - LAD

Why bother with the continental breakfast? It's so lack luster that it's not worth anyone's time.

easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,845 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,470 reviews
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Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PNR - LAD

Why bother with the continental breakfast? It's so lack luster that it's not worth anyone's time.

British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,779 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,470 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.4

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PNR - LAD

Why bother with the continental breakfast? It's so lack luster that it's not worth anyone's time.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, Air France (£348), and British Airways (£617) offers the cheapest pricing from Glasgow to Istanbul.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from Glasgow 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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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£113Average£196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapest£166Average£259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£171Average£309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest£200Average£297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£229Average£368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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