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Cheap Flight Deals from Birmingham to Istanbul (BHX-IST)

 
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Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Birmingham to Istanbul.
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13:00 - 20:05BHX-SAW
4h 05mdirect
10:25 - 12:35SAW-BHX
4h 10mdirect
£118Pegasus Airlines
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Tue, 18 Mar - Thu, 3 Apr
13:00 - 20:05BHX-SAW
4h 05mdirect
10:25 - 12:35SAW-BHX
4h 10mdirect
£120Pegasus Airlines
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Sat, 15 Mar - Thu, 3 Apr
10:55 - 04:10BHX-IST
14h 15m1 stop
05:10 - 08:55IST-BHX
6h 45m1 stop
£153Air France
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Mon, 17 Mar - Sat, 22 Mar
06:15 - 16:55BHX-IST
7h 40m1 stop
17:55 - 21:15IST-BHX
6h 20m1 stop
£162KLM
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Thu, 13 Mar - Mon, 17 Mar
06:00 - 04:10BHX-IST
19h 10m1 stop
05:10 - 21:45IST-BHX
19h 35m1 stop
£163Air France
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Mon, 3 Mar - Tue, 11 Mar
16:50 - 23:50BHX-IST
4h 00mdirect
07:40 - 09:50IST-BHX
4h 10mdirect
£174Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 18 Mar - Thu, 3 Apr
06:15 - 16:55BHX-IST
7h 40m1 stop
17:55 - 21:15IST-BHX
6h 20m1 stop
£177KLM
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Sat, 15 Mar - Mon, 17 Mar
11:05 - 18:10BHX-IST
4h 05mdirect
14:35 - 15:55IST-BHX
4h 20mdirect
£183Turkish Airlines
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Mon, 3 Mar - Tue, 11 Mar
06:05 - 22:45BHX-IST
13h 40m1 stop
19:00 - 22:50IST-BHX
6h 50m1 stop
£197Lufthansa
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Wed, 12 Mar - Fri, 14 Mar
13:00 - 21:20BHX-IST
6h 20m1 stop
17:55 - 22:35IST-BHX
6h 40m1 stop
£211Lufthansa
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Tue, 13 May - Tue, 20 May

Flights from Birmingham to Istanbul - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Birmingham to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.
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Planning a trip from Birmingham to Istanbul? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What is the cheapest Birmingham to Istanbul flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Birmingham to Istanbul.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Birmingham to Istanbul cost £139 and was between Birmingham (BHX) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £139.

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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Istanbul is January, where tickets cost £207 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £420 and £404 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Birmingham to Istanbul?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of £847, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Birmingham to Istanbul, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Birmingham to Istanbul, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Birmingham to Istanbul

Cheapest flight

£65
Flight from Birmingham to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport

When to book flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Istanbul

  • Are direct flights available from Birmingham Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    It is possible to fly non-stop to Istanbul Airport from Birmingham with Turkish Airlines. With most other airlines that fly from Birmingham, your journey will usually involve one stopover before you reach your destination. It is rare that you will have two stopovers, but this is occasionally the case on some Istanbul flights.

  • When should I arrive at Birmingham Airport?

    Birmingham Airport is a busy, international travel hub. Passengers travelling through Birmingham may face long waits at check-in or security points. Therefore, passengers are advised to arrive at the airport at least 3h before their flight is due to depart to make time for potential hold-ups. You can also prebook a fast-track voucher for around £5 that will allow you to bypass long queues.

  • Is parking available at Birmingham Airport?

    Birmingham Airport has several car parks, all located close to the airport. Car parks 1-4 are situated less than 5min walk from the terminal buildings, while Car Park 5 is located 5-10min away. For Car Park 7, a free shuttle bus is available to customers who have prebooked. This shuttle bus takes around 10min to reach the terminal.

  • Is transport available from Istanbul Airport?

    There are several convenient transport options available from Istanbul Airport. Passengers can take the BURULAS bus to the city, which costs around ₺115 (£10). This journey takes around half an hour. Passengers at the airport can also use the HAVAIST and iETT bus lines. Taxis are also available at the airport and can be found outside International Arrivals at the Plaza Section. Prices of taxis range from ₺100 to ₺300 (£10-30), depending on where you want to go, and all Istanbul taxis are metered.

  • Is accommodation available at Istanbul Airport?

    Accommodation is available at the Yotel Istanbul Airport Hotel. Passengers can find the entrance to the Yotel Istanbul just beside the Arrivals Duty-Free Area and can enjoy a comfortable stay in a modern and luxurious suite. The hotel also features several dining areas and a hotel fitness centre.

  • What are the most common stopover flights?

    Stopover flights are some of the cheapest flights between these cities and a popular choice. Air France has one of the top choices, with a short stopover at Charles de Gaulle en route. KLM offers cheap flights to Istanbul with a single stopover at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What routes does Turkish Airlines offer from Birmingham to Istanbul?

    Turkish Airlines is one of the most popular airlines on this route and only operates one route several times a day. These are direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Istanbul International (IST). There are usually flights in the morning and late afternoon.

  • What is the baggage policy on the KLM flight to Istanbul?

    KLM flight prices are based on the Light ticket option, which only includes one carry-on cabin bag. The Standard ticket type costs a little extra and includes carry-on luggage and a checked bag of 23 kg. If you need more luggage, pay extra during online booking.

  • How do I lower my carbon footprint on these flights?

    The best way to lower your carbon footprint is to pick reduced Co2 flights. One of the best choices is a single stopover flight by KLM that stops over at Amsterdam Schiphol, with 49% fewer Co2 emissions. Lufthansa also offers a single-stopover flight via Frankfurt Airport (FRA), with 43% fewer emissions.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Birmingham to Istanbul?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Birmingham to Istanbul was £81 for a one-way ticket and £146 for a return.

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

    On your way to Istanbul, you’ll fly out from Birmingham. You’ll be landing in one of Istanbul’s 2 airports: Istanbul or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Birmingham to Istanbul?

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

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Istanbul.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Birmingham 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 Birmingham up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Birmingham to Istanbul

  • Passengers flying from Birmingham Airport (BHX) can pay to enjoy the Aspire and No1 Lounges that are available at the airport. These lounges can be booked in advance and have locations throughout the terminals.
  • Those travelling with children can take advantage of the airport’s Sky Zone play area, which is free to use and located beside departure Gate 55. Sky Zone features virtual reality games and is situated close to shops and snack bars.
  • Birmingham Airport is home to a multi-faith prayer room where passengers can find a peaceful space for worship and contemplation. The prayer room is open from the early morning until the late evening.
  • Arrivals at Istanbul Airport (IST) can enjoy the iGA Meeting Lounge. Here, passengers can wait to meet their connection from the airport in a calm, relaxing environment. Places in the lounge should be booked in advance.
  • There is no currency exchange office available to Istanbul Airport arrivals so passengers should change money before they travel. Passengers can change currency at Birmingham Airport's Currency Exchange Office located just after security in the Departures Area.
  • The most convenient way to reach Birmingham Airport (BHX) from the city centre is by using the Air-Rail Link. The Air-Rail Link is a free and frequent monorail service that connects Birmingham International Train Station to the airport terminal. Trains from Birmingham New Street Station to Birmingham International Station also provide direct access to the airport.
  • For an early morning flight from Birmingham Airport, two on-site hotels are particularly convenient. The Novotel Birmingham Airport Hotel is located within walking distance of the terminal, offering comfortable rooms and amenities. Another option is the Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport Hotel, which provides a free shuttle service and has a restaurant and bar.
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Prefer to fly direct from Birmingham to Istanbul?

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

Direct departures

Birmingham to Istanbul

Monday

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

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Wednesday

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

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Friday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Saturday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Sunday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Birmingham

Monday

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

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Tuesday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Wednesday

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

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +2 more

Thursday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Friday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Saturday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

Sunday

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, +3 more

IndiGo, Pakistan International Airlines, +4 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from Birmingham to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Birmingham to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1333 reviews
7.7Comfort
7.2Entertainment
7.3Food
8.4Crew
7.8Boarding
Airline reviews

Overall very poor. Flight was disorganised, staff were rude and this is my second experience with KLM that I've had baggage go missing. It feels like, if you are an economy customer, KLM staff do not show you any care. I shall never fly with KLM again. Worst airline in Europe

2.0 Mediocrejack, Jan 2025CPT - AMS
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Overall very poor. Flight was disorganised, staff were rude and this is my second experience with KLM that I've had baggage go missing. It feels like, if you are an economy customer, KLM staff do not show you any care. I shall never fly with KLM again. Worst airline in Europe

Transfer at CDG to connecting KLM flight to Amsterdam was a NIGHTMARE. LONG WALKWAYS, NO MOVING WALKWAYS, POOR signage, Have to take a train & No staff visible to help navigate the maze. AVOID TRANSFER AT CDG AT ALL COST.

Good food. Excellent crew service. Clean aircraft. Narrow seats and isle.

There was fog in Amsterdam so many flights were delayed because of the weather. Air France knew that the flight would be delayed by two hours but still boarded the plane on time. Instead of letting the passengers wait at the gate we were crammed into the plane. It was uncomfortable. No refreshments were given. I couldn’t charge my devices onboard.

I tried to upgrade to premium economy anis seat online during the checkin process. The payment didn’t work due to a technical glitch on KLM’s website. I wasn’t able to change my seat unless I called Amsterdam. Since I was in Canada and there’s a time difference this wasn’t practical. So when I arrived early to Ottawa airport my seat wasn’t available and I could only get a middle seat in premium economy which isn’t great. These middle seats are priced at the same rate as an aisle seat which makes no sense.

The food & entertainment really stood out in terms of quality. The nasi goreng & chicken satay were absolutely delicious. It’s great that KLM feature international cuisine.

Transavia flight, was booked as KLM but i couldnt select seat or access boarding pass with KLM at all. Crammed seating and very no frills experience all around. First and last time.

Transavia flight. Couldn't select seat or anything prior to flight. No connection with klm systems. Seats are very crammed. Extremely no frills.

Seats were nice and comfy. Crew was polite and attentive. Business class is awesome and worth the money.

Flight left a few minutes late, but that's it. I wish the seats could be wider and recline more.

I wish that the meal included a vegetable or even a salad instead of couscous! Why serve chicken with rice AND couscous? Service was good overall though a bit lacking in friendliness. Usually on air france I've been offered a glass of champagne before dinner, wine with dinner, and a digestif after dinner. We were only offered wine this time!

It was not Air France but Air Europa. But confusion over our checked luggage. Whether it was checked all the way to Tenerife or not. It was not. Had to line up again in Departures. At least our Sky Priority was honoured. Flight was fine.

My wife and I had a row to ourselves after moving seats. There were no TVs and you had to buy food. So we did nothing but had a quick nap. Flight was fine.

The plane was old Only 3 bathrooms available for economy The entertainment was old and the selection was poor

Georgian Airways check in staff initially denied us, because they thought passengers required transit visas to transfer on connecting flights. This required 70 minutes for them to call multiple people to confirm how transfers worked. They did not apologize once accepting our check in. Onboard, the four hour flight gave stale bread with spam slices as lunch. The only included drinks were still or sparkling water.

Not a good one this time. The absence of internet without any information/notification ahead was really the unacceptable part. Also this new A350-900 has a serious legroom challenge for economy seats. It’s more like a medium-haul flight legroom configuration.

There was 2 hours delay before boarding and 2 hours delay after boarding while waiting in the plane

Very good crew. Food service above average. Seats very small for a 12 hours flight.

Boarding was a disaster being moved by Air France by bus to the plane. The plane should have been at the right gate.

Extremely poor. First - and oddly enough, Air France denied access to the Business Class lounge at CDG to all of us - although we were all flying Business Class. It is amazing that an airline denies lounge access to its passengers flying on business and paying several thousand dollars each ticket. Second, the food on Business Class on absolutely horrible. Air France must have made an effort to prepare bad tasting dishes (not even the ice cream was good). Third, the cabin temperature was too hot and although we complained many times, it never got cooler.

The WiFi setup on the plane is needlessly cumbersome. Simplify the interface and login.

they have cancell the flight for no reasons and 24 hours my parents were in the Airport they did not give them any hotel any food, I hate Turkish Airline.

Boarding process is one of the worst i have ever seen. Poor planning and lack of experienced staff is vert apparent. Seat changes till the last minute was an added stress to the process.

I liked the ability to walk and stand in the crew area. I hated the security check experience before boarding. The airport staff were so rude, yelling at us unnecessarily, delaying us on purpose, and even threatening to call the police on us!

Cleanliness of seats, trays, storage pockets need more attention, but everything else was good.

A great airline, no complaints at all. My experience with Cheap Tickets was very disappointing however. Two hours after purchasing the flight they called to tell me that the ticket price had gone up. I’ve never heard of such a thing. That is called false advertising; I will never use this ticketing service again and will warn all friends to never use it.

One of the worst check in process at the DIA as well as the boarding counter Changed seat at the last minute and assigned middle seat while I paid for window seat. Requested many times but to no avail . horrible customer service and very poor process Requesting refund for seat that was changed last minute

Good overall flight. Excellent crew. Food options could be improved.

The trip had a 19 hour layover, and no hotel accommodation was provided. This a shame for an airline to do to their customers. I will not only stop flying with Turkish Airlines, I will make sure anyone I know avoid Turkish Airlines because of how lousy their layover system is.

Vegan food tasted good. Restroom could be kept cleaner. Seat tray table was a bit tilted so food tray kept sliding down a bit. Flight crew can be a little more friendly, caring and approachable. Their faces lacked smiles and tone was stern.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

Pegasus is a very efficient airline. Passengers, however are sometimes unruly. Getting up right after take off. Getting up right when we land and before getting to the gate. Switching seats to the front so she can get a better seat. It is unfair for those that actually paid for seats. Flight attendants seem to not enforce it. One or two bad actors ruins it. Overall, the airline is great.

Pegasus is not a very comfortable airline. They’re not in any way hospitable

It was like moving cattle around. Very abrupt, uncomfortable and not much hospitality

All good but air not give the pasing er any food even glase of water

Flight delayed by 1hr when we already boarded because someone had to get off. Leg room is terrible for 6ft people like me.

I used the airline 5-6 times for the last year and every flight have had perfect timing and I like it. Despite catastrophic absence of space for my legs 😁

When we went to the lounge they told us to go into the main lounge and not the full business class section, later they told me that Lufthansa wont pay the full fee to alloq the business class passengers entry to the nicer sectikn where all the other airlines nusiness class passengers go into. Very poor arrangement.

You gave me a “Never fly Lufthansa” experience for life. You charged me $1760 for reinstating my ticket on a cancelled flight. Service at the airport was terrible. I’m convinced that I should never fly Lufthansa.

Not what I expected for the last leg of a $5100 business class experience. Boarding was a nightmare. The flight was delayed and I had to keep checking my email to ensure I was at the right gate since the airline or the terminal had no clue until 15 mins prior to boarding. Food was gross, limited drink options.

Flights scheduled with impossible connections - Lufthansa apparently believes it takes 7mins to change terminals, go through passport control, re-clear security and walk 1.8kms…..and everything will work perfectly (which it never does at Frankfurt). No staff on hand to assist with transfers on delayed flights. No transfer guidance provided by app. No compensation offered for 6hr delay to connecting flight.

Crew were friendly and very helpful Plane was clean and the legroom is standard. Overall a good flight, no complaints.

Actual flight was smooth but we were delayed 70 minutes. Were promised to make it up to us but were given no refreshments

The jollof rice and fried plantain. Communication could have been better.

The connection to LYON was very tight. The flight was nearly finished boarding when we got to the gate

They separated me from my kids We were checked in to fly from Vienna to Frankfurt and Washington DC final destination but separated my wife and kids sent them to Barcelona instead then Washington DC They end up traveling for 26 hours Horrible experience Never Austrian Airlines/Lufthansa again!

When we were boarding, we needed to go the desk and give the address of our final destination. While giving our address, I was yelled at because the woman at the desk couldn’t understand that I was giving her our US address. I kept giving her our street address and she couldn’t understand and she yelled “listen lady, I need your address. Just write it down!” I wrote down exactly what I had been telling her.

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