£61 Find Cheap Flights from Glasgow to Istanbul

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Cheap Flights from Glasgow to Istanbul (GLA-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Istanbul

Tue, 30 Sep - Tue, 7 Oct
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06:45 - 03:50GLA-IST
19h 05m1 stop
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04:45 - 20:45IST-GLA
18h 00m1 stop
Tue, 23 Sep - Fri, 26 Sep
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06:45 - 03:50GLA-IST
19h 05m1 stop
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04:45 - 20:50IST-GLA
18h 05m1 stop
Thu, 2 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct
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21:20 - 03:50GLA-IST
28h 30m1 stop
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20:35 - 16:55IST-GLA
22h 20m1 stop
Mon, 13 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
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20:55 - 03:50GLA-IST
28h 55m1 stop
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04:45 - 18:05IST-GLA
15h 20m1 stop
Sun, 7 Sep - Sun, 14 Sep
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06:00 - 01:20GLA-IST
17h 20m1 stop
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06:10 - 08:10IST-GLA
28h 00m1 stop
£293KLM
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Wed, 10 Sep - Mon, 15 Sep
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20:30 - 00:25GLA-IST
25h 55m1 stop
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20:15 - 08:30IST-GLA
14h 15m1 stop
£302British Airways
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Wed, 10 Sep - Thu, 18 Sep
British Airways Logo
20:30 - 00:25GLA-IST
25h 55m1 stop
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19:55 - 08:00IST-GLA
14h 05m1 stop
£308British Airways
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Fri, 29 Aug - Wed, 3 Sep
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13:30 - 01:20GLA-IST
9h 50m1 stop
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06:10 - 23:10IST-GLA
19h 00m1 stop
£400KLM
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Mon, 13 Oct - Sat, 18 Oct
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13:30 - 03:25GLA-IST
11h 55m2 stops
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04:20 - 16:10IST-GLA
13h 50m2 stops
£419Air France
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Tue, 30 Sep - Tue, 7 Oct
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13:30 - 03:25GLA-IST
11h 55m2 stops
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04:20 - 16:10IST-GLA
13h 50m2 stops
£443Air France
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Glasgow to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Glasgow 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 Glasgow 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 month to fly from Glasgow Intl Airport to Istanbul?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Glasgow Intl Airport 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 Glasgow Intl Airport to Istanbul is November, where tickets cost £195 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £403 and £394 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport 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 Glasgow Intl Airport 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 Glasgow Intl Airport to Istanbul, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 46% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Glasgow to Istanbul

Cheapest flight£61
Flight from Glasgow to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Glasgow to Istanbul

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

  • How do I get to Glasgow International Airport from Glasgow city centre?

    To get to Glasgow International Airport from the Glasgow city centre, consider taking a bus, train or taxi. When taking the train, Paisley Gilmour Street will be the nearest station, requiring you to take a bus to the airport. A taxi is a faster and more comfortable way to get to the airport from the city centre, since the bus has to make some stops on your way to the airport.

  • Which is the best airport to land at between Istanbul Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is located on the European side and is the newer and more extensive compared to Istanbul Gokcen Airport. The airport is also closer to Istanbul than Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, which is on the Asian side. Istanbul Airport also offers a stunning view when landing.

  • What facilities are offered at Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport features several facilities, including terminal transfers, meeting facilities, shopping facilities and hotels. You will also have access to luggage handling and porter services, available at all hours.

  • Does Istanbul Airport offer any mobility or special-assistance services?

    Istanbul Airport provides mobility services and special assistance when need be. The airport features accessible toilets, pet rooms for those travelling with assistance pets, Loud Steps routes and tactile paving. The airport also provides lanyards for those with hidden disabilities like autism and dementia. You must notify your airline about any disability at least 48h before departure to ensure the necessary arrangements are made.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Istanbul?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Glasgow Intl Airport to Istanbul was £82 for a one-way ticket and £166 for a return.

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

    Glasgow is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Istanbul. You will leave Glasgow from Glasgow Intl and you will be arriving in Istanbul at one of these airports: Istanbul or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Glasgow to Istanbul?

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

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

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Glasgow 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 Glasgow with another airline.

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

  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) features mobility and special assistance for people with physical and hidden disabilities such as autism and dementia. The airport provides lanyards that make it possible to identify passengers with hidden disabilities and ensure necessary help is offered. Assistance dogs are also allowed. When travelling with a disability, alert your airline at least 48h in advance of your departure date.
  • Avoid long drives before your flight and consider booking some major hotels near Glasgow International Airport, including Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport, Oakshaw Guesthouse and Scotia Airport Hotel. You will enjoy a comfortable stay with bed and breakfast services at pocket-friendly rates.
  • You can enjoy an on-site hotel at both Istanbul International Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Istanbul Airport features YOTELAIR, which is among the largest airport hotel chains worldwide. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, on the other hand, features ISG Sabiha Gokcen Airport Hotel, which is a few minutes' drive from the airport’s terminal.
  • Worry no more if you are driving to Glasgow International Airport, as there are available parking areas near the terminals. The airport features a variety of parking at a fee depending on the car booked and the period required. These include valet parking, fast-track parking, extended-stay parking and short-stay parking. You can book in advance to avoid missing parking spaces, especially during rush hours.
  • The Istanbul city centre is a few miles from both Istanbul Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. It is recommended you consider booking Tranigo for transfer services. Tranigo features Istanbul Airport taxis, shuttles and transfer services, enhancing your travel.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Glasgow to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Glasgow 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Glasgow to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
KLMOverall score based on 1385 reviews
7.1Entertainment
7.3Food
7.8Boarding
8.4Crew
7.7Comfort
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First of all we couldn’t check in online, then we learn at the airport we were on stand by for KLM’s mistake of overbooking. The seats were not comfy at all. Our luggage got lost.

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First of all we couldn’t check in online, then we learn at the airport we were on stand by for KLM’s mistake of overbooking. The seats were not comfy at all. Our luggage got lost.

Ad experience - been flying many years with them but they are losing out to other carriers with their service and bagage / seating policy. My 2 12-yo kids were not placed with the parent. Absurdity.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

KLM remains a quality flag carrier airline which maintains its standards whilst all their competitors are lowering theirs.

The baggage drop-off in Stuttgart is bad: after online check-in you cannot use the automated baggage drop off as indicated on the website. You can use the terminals but have to cue to 1 of three open and slowly working counters to drop the bags. took about 45 minutes wait time.

Our first flight was delayed so we missed our connecting flight. However it was easy to book a later flight on their app.

My flight was delayed by 6 hours then I missed BOTH of my connecting flights, I then had to stay in the AIRPORT at JFK because soooooo many people also suffered from missing flights and there was no hotels available. I would like to be compensated for this experience! I had to stay in the airport for over 16 hours!

Klm start boarding while somw air issue in the plan

The service was great. However the lounge only gets passing grade

Cabin crew professional, polite and friendly, boarding was seemless, but come on KLM surely you can do better than a pack of cheesy biscuits as an inflight snack

It was ok. Not the experience I expected from Turkish airlines

I loved and appreciated the agent at the check in counter in Amman. He was very professional and helpful. I believe his name was Lawrence. All I saw from him were smiles after smiles after smile. Very kind and professional. Overall trip was comfortable and pleasant.

The crew were very hospitable and pleasant. The food was pretty good. Unfortunately, there was a flight delay of more than 2 hours. We're not sure why but it appeared to be outside the control of Turkish Airlines.

Terrible. Delayed. No one would help. Just limped about like a piece of meat

Bough tickets with luggage, but made me pay at Airport as well

The best airline food being served for business travellers. Excellent food.

The economy seat was so uncomfortable, had not enough leg room for 13 hours flight, front seat basket was broken and couldn’t hold anything, food quality was horrible( we got food poisoned ) we charged for logged which used to be free. We paid too much for this flight and very disappointed. Turkish air line better to make satisfy and respect people instead of find different way to scam people.

The business class seats are designed for someone taller than I am, so my feet were dangling (the footrest was just a smidge too low). Which caused problems with my sciatic nerve and made for a long uncomfortable flight.

Overall great airline that still provides two suitcases, has a huge hub and crew goes above and beyond to assist you. Boarding took a lot of time as there were only 2 people checking in. Also, in Istanbul, taxing took almost 30 min.

Very good overall.... apart from the cost of extra check ed in luggage where they charge £17 per kg, and no option to just buy an extra bag allowance (at least on the route I took)

The plane was late (as was my flight out from Birmingham the day before)

Boarding and flight update was fantastic as I experienced about a 10-15 delayed for both flights. The food served onboard was great; the service of the flight attendants was excellent.

There is need to introduce HOME COUNTRY of Departure Meals

The flight was delayed by an hour. Made the connection uncomfortably tight.

No entertainment since it was a 3 hr flight. Good leg room for economy.

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.

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.

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

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

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

When we arrived at the airport - 1st step - printing out your boarding pass - no issue. Not long lines as these machines. 2nd step - processing your bag drop off. There was only one associate there to help 10 kiosks. We had a family in front of us for 20 minutes trying to work on the machine and figure out every step for 4 pieces of luggage. My husband alerted the associate who was able to assist the family. Highly suggest that there are more associates to assist in this process. Besides this issue, security check went very quickly. Our flight was direct to Philadelphia. We had to carry our bags down two flights of steps, then out to the tarmac to a bus, then carry our bags up two flights of stairs to the plane. No one on the flight was expecting that long trek. I could see some people were struggling a bit. All in all - great flight crew, plane was clean and food was great!

The space is tight. Either you sit straight up the whole time, but the minute you relax, your knees hit the back of the seat in front of you. My seat would not recline so I was quite uncomfortable. Didn’t use my tray table bc it was stained and sticky and nasty. I was also seating in one of the last rows and one crew member and people going to the bathroom kept hitting my elbow resting on the armrest.

Flight was delayed for 2h. Announcements were poor and I was given 1 biscuit and a bottle of water as consolation. Not happy.

There were no gluten-free vegan options available, so food was very limited on this flight, and some of the crew weren’t especially helpful about it. To make matters worse, a passenger was sick on board, and although the area was cleaned, the smell lingered for the rest of the journey. On top of that, we ended up circling for an extra hour, which only made the unpleasant situation drag on even longer.

The crew’s professionalism was top notch and the food and drinks available were excellent. I only ask that we get the refurbished 777’s on the London to Bermuda route that I had for the London to Singapore leg. The updated infotainment system is much better than the older version

Checking in prior on line and wait time at Gatwick was terrible. I would rate a big fat ZERO.

I checked in to bags, one arrived one was delayed. I did not receive the bag for 4 days - arrived on Tuesday, received bag on Saturday!

It was ok. Our flight was delayed 2 hours, and then again on arrival. The explanation given felt feeble.

The booking agent, cheapflightsfares, messed up, and the information for the seats we paid extra for was not sent to American Airlines. We were separated on the return flight and sent to the lowest economy section. The flight attendant helped arrange seating at the back of the plane to allow my wife and me to sit together.

The staff were fantastic and couldn't have been more accomodating; however, the air-conditioning was broken in our section of the aircraft, leaving us feeling extremely cold and unwell on arrival in Johannesbury. The head sets were also faulty, causing difficulty when listening to announcements and entertainment.

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