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£76 Find cheap flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Edinburgh to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Edinburgh to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul (EDI-IST)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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13:40 - 22:35EDI-IST
6h 55m1 stop
23:20 - 09:30IST-EDI
12h 10m1 stop
Wed, 12 Jun - Wed, 26 Jun
07:05 - 22:35EDI-IST
13h 30m1 stop
23:20 - 08:35IST-EDI
11h 15m1 stop
Wed, 12 Jun - Fri, 19 Jul
05:55 - 21:20EDI-IST
13h 25m1 stop
14:00 - 22:50IST-EDI
10h 50m1 stop
£199Lufthansa
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Sun, 6 Oct - Fri, 11 Oct
05:55 - 21:20EDI-IST
13h 25m1 stop
17:55 - 22:50IST-EDI
6h 55m1 stop
£224Lufthansa
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Sun, 6 Oct - Wed, 16 Oct
14:00 - 00:25EDI-IST
8h 25m1 stop
19:55 - 09:20IST-EDI
15h 25m1 stop
£241British Airways
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Tue, 8 Oct - Tue, 15 Oct
10:40 - 17:05EDI-IST
4h 25mdirect
07:15 - 09:40IST-EDI
4h 25mdirect
£275Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 4 Sep - Wed, 11 Sep
13:30 - 20:35EDI-IST
29h 05m1 stop
21:20 - 10:30IST-EDI
15h 10m1 stop
£276Norwegian
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Sat, 1 Jun - Sun, 9 Jun
10:40 - 17:05EDI-IST
4h 25mdirect
07:15 - 09:40IST-EDI
4h 25mdirect
£287Turkish Airlines
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Fri, 20 Sep - Mon, 23 Sep
14:00 - 00:25EDI-IST
8h 25m1 stop
17:10 - 23:25IST-EDI
8h 15m1 stop
£289British Airways
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Tue, 8 Oct - Thu, 17 Oct
13:30 - 20:35EDI-IST
29h 05m1 stop
21:20 - 10:30IST-EDI
15h 10m1 stop
£318Norwegian
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Sat, 31 Aug - Sun, 8 Sep

Flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Edinburgh to Istanbul flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul cost £198 and was between Edinburgh and Istanbul Airport. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £297.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

The average price of all flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Edinburgh to Istanbul, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Istanbul back to Edinburgh, the best deals are generally found on Sunday, with Friday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul is January, where tickets cost £267 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of tickets is £411 and £411 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 3 days, Lufthansa offered the best one-way deal for that route, at £144. KAYAK users also found Edinburgh to Istanbul return flights on Lufthansa from £199 and on British Airways from £241.

Which airlines fly direct between Edinburgh and Istanbul?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul.
There is just one airline that flies from Edinburgh to Istanbul direct and that is Turkish Airlines. The best one-way deal found from Turkish Airlines for the route is £244.

How many flights are there between Edinburgh and Istanbul per day?

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from Edinburgh and lands in Istanbul, with an average flight time of 4h 22m. The most common departure time is 10:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 7 flights.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Edinburgh and Istanbul?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul take?

There are no direct flights for this route. The shortest travel duration to get to Istanbul from Edinburgh is 4h 20m.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Cheapest flight

£76
Flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Edinburgh to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

  • How can I reduce my carbon footprint on this route?

    Eco-conscious travellers have a couple of choices to reduce carbon emissions when flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Lufthansa saves the most – its early morning flights emit up to 52% less CO2. These take just over 13 hours and make a single stopover at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA). British Airways is the second-best choice. Its flights emit around 45% less CO2. There are a few every day, all of which make about a 2-hour stopover at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

  • Do both airports have accessibility amenities?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport offers a range of accessibility features, including adapted facilities such as bathrooms and lowered counters. You can also request Special Assistance. Sunflower lanyards and pins are available to indicate that you might need help with a hidden disability. Istanbul Airport provides assistance services in conjunction with airlines. Notify your carrier 48 hours in advance and trained staff will meet you on your arrival.

  • Where is the car hire at Istanbul International Airport (IST)?

    Hiring a car at Istanbul Airport is very easy – most of the major European car hire brands are represented there. You'll find them all in the Car Rental Area inside the Tayakadin Mh. Terminal building. This is on the inland side of the Arrivals Hall. To collect your vehicle, you simply need to exit the terminal and walk directly across the road to the multi-storey car hire parking area.

  • How do I get from Istanbul International Airport (IST) to the city centre?

    Istanbul Airport is a short way to the north of the central Istanbul, connected by an ultra-modern subway system, the Metro Line M11. These driverless trains are the fastest in Turkey and take about 15 minutes to get downtown. If you hire a car or take a taxi, you can expect a drive of around 30 minutes. A paid airport shuttle is also available, which also takes about half an hour.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul was £96 for a one-way ticket and £157 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

    When flying out of Edinburgh you will be using Edinburgh Turnhouse. You will be landing at one of these airports: Istanbul or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Edinburgh and Istanbul, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from Edinburgh is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to Edinburgh with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from Edinburgh up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul

  • You can fly directly from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines. These flights leave daily in the late afternoon, and take around 4h 30min to reach Istanbul International Airport (IST). Note that all other airlines make at least one stop en route.
  • Istanbul Airport is the home base of Turkish Airlines, and also the carrier's central flight hub in the country. This makes it an excellent arrival choice if you want to catch domestic flights to visit other Turkish cities.
  • EVA Air offers one of the more comfortable Economy Class flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul. You can enjoy on-demand video, with power and USB outlets built into your seat. You'll also be served a free meal, with onboard Wi-Fi available for a small fee.
  • Istanbul Airport is the newest and largest airport in the city, located on the European side. If you prefer a less busy one, you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul's Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) on the Asian side of the city.
  • If you're a British Airways club member you can use the airline's Complimentary Lounge at Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport where you'll enjoy free food and drinks. It's opposite Gate 4 in the Departures Hall.
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Prefer to fly direct from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

Find which airlines fly direct from Turnhouse to Istanbul, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul

Monday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Thai Airways, +1 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Thai Airways, +1 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Thai Airways, +1 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Friday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Thai Airways, +1 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Thai Airways, +1 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Monday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Thai Airways, +1 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Thai Airways, +1 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Thai Airways, +1 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Friday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Thai Airways, +1 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Saturday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Thai Airways, +1 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Sunday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Turkish Airlines

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +1 more

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Cheapest flights to Istanbul from Edinburgh found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
12/6Wed
1 stop
13h 30mEDI-IST
£76
20/9Fri
1 stop
14h 10mEDI-IST
£78
17/5Fri
1 stop
14h 50mEDI-SAW
£86
6/10Sun
1 stopLufthansa
9h 05mEDI-IST
£144
8/10Tue
1 stopLufthansa
17h 00mEDI-IST
£177
20/9Fri
directTurkish Airlines
4h 25mEDI-IST
£204
8/10Tue
directTurkish Airlines
4h 20mEDI-IST
£206
9/6Sun
1 stopBritish Airways
14h 30mEDI-SAW
£379
19/7Fri
1 stopBritish Airways
13h 30mEDI-IST
£482
19/7Fri
1 stopKLM
8h 00mEDI-SAW
£551

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Last minute flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul that are departing in the next 10 days.
10/5Fri
multi-stop
9h 25mEDI-SAW
16/5Thu
multi-stop
22h 35mSAW-EDI
£159
9/5Thu
multi-stop
12h 50mEDI-IST
14/5Tue
multi-stop
12h 25mIST-EDI
£183
9/5Thu
multi-stop
19h 30mEDI-SAW
14/5Tue
multi-stop
7h 45mSAW-EDI
£184
8/5Wed
multi-stop
9h 25mEDI-SAW
11/5Sat
multi-stop
10h 25mSAW-EDI
£188
10/5Fri
directTurkish Airlines
4h 25mEDI-IST
13/5Mon
directTurkish Airlines
4h 25mIST-EDI
£578
7/5Tue
multi-stopLOT
25h 35mEDI-IST
14/5Tue
multi-stopLOT
31h 15mIST-EDI
£586
8/5Wed
multi-stopLufthansa
25h 15mEDI-IST
11/5Sat
multi-stopLufthansa
18h 15mIST-EDI
£635
8/5Wed
directTurkish Airlines
4h 25mEDI-IST
11/5Sat
directTurkish Airlines
4h 25mIST-EDI
£719
8/5Wed
multi-stopLufthansa
24h 15mEDI-IST
11/5Sat
multi-stopLufthansa
18h 15mIST-EDI
£766
7/5Tue
multi-stopScandinavian Airlines
8h 30mEDI-IST
14/5Tue
multi-stopScandinavian Airlines
22h 15mIST-EDI
£1,574

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Edinburgh - Istanbul Flights

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Edinburgh (EDI)United Kingdom

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