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Cheapest return fare
£218
Typical prices: £163-£235
Pegasus Airlines
Sun 6/9Thu 10/9
EDI - SAW • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: £64-£76
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Fri 4/9
EDI - SAW • Direct
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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul (EDI-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return 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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Recent return flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Sun, 6 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
Pegasus Airlines Logo
14:15 - 20:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
4h 15mdirect
Pegasus Airlines Logo
09:55 - 12:25SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
4h 30mdirect
£218Pegasus Airlines
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:45 - 17:30EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
7h 45m1 stop London Stansted
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:40 - 17:00SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
9h 20m2 stops Eindhoven London Stansted
£218Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep
Lufthansa Logo
06:10 - 02:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IST Istanbul
17h 55m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
03:45 - 16:30IST  Istanbul-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 45m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£218Lufthansa
Wed, 30 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
Pegasus Airlines Logo
13:35 - 19:50EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
4h 15mdirect
Pegasus Airlines Logo
09:55 - 12:25SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
4h 30mdirect
£218Pegasus Airlines
Wed, 26 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:00 - 15:25EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
18h 25m2 stops Palma de Mallorca Son Sant Joan Zurich
Multiple Airlines Logo
23:50 - 16:30SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
18h 40m2 stops Ankara Esenboga Dalaman
£218Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
KLM Logo
20:30 - 16:55EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IST Istanbul
17h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
17:55 - 23:10IST  Istanbul-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
8h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£219KLM
Fri, 11 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
Lufthansa Logo
06:10 - 02:05EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IST Istanbul
17h 55m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
03:45 - 16:25IST  Istanbul-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
14h 40m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£221Lufthansa
Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep
KLM Logo
05:45 - 01:20EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IST Istanbul
17h 35m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
17:20 - 08:30IST  Istanbul-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
17h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£222KLM
Thu, 5 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 - 18:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IST Istanbul
4h 30mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:50 - 15:20IST  Istanbul-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
4h 30mdirect
£230Turkish Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 - 18:10EDI  Edinburgh Turnhouse-IST Istanbul
4h 30mdirect
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08:10 - 09:40IST  Istanbul-EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse
4h 30mdirect
£230Turkish Airlines
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Edinburgh to Istanbul flights

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.

How much is a return flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Istanbul from Edinburgh usually cost between £244 and £372 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £218 on Pegasus Airlines (6 Sept–10 Sept).

What is the cheapest Edinburgh to Istanbul flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul costs £205 on the route between Edinburgh (EDI) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 24% cheaper than other Edinburgh-Istanbul routes. The most popular route is between Edinburgh (EDI) and Istanbul Airport (IST).

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Istanbul on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Edinburgh to Istanbul. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Wednesdays for the best deals.

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 round-trip 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 February, where tickets cost £165 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £380 and £311 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Istanbul, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul

 
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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Cheapest flight

£88
Flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen 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
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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 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul was £88 for a one-way ticket and £218 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?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Edinburgh and Istanbul, with oneworld 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.

KAYAK’s 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.

Prefer to fly direct from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul.
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Direct departures

Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul

Monday

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Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Friday

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Saturday

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Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Edinburgh Turnhouse

Monday

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Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

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Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Friday

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Pegasus Airlines,Turkish Airlines

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