Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport from £49
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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — IST
7 Dec — 14 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 November 2025.
Thu 27/1107:00EDI - IST
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Tue 2/1222:00IST - EDI
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Deal found 5/11£142
Mon 8/1206:05EDI - IST
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Wed 10/1214:35IST - EDI
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Deal found 6/11£149
Sat 29/1106:15EDI - IST
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Tue 2/1222:00IST - EDI
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Deal found 6/11£169
Mon 8/1207:00EDI - IST
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Fri 12/1222:40IST - EDI
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Deal found 5/11£170
Fri 14/1107:00EDI - IST
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Deal found 6/11£192
Fri 14/1107:00EDI - IST
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Mon 17/1121:00IST - EDI
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Deal found 7/11£198
Tue 11/1115:30EDI - IST
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Tue 18/1121:35IST - EDI
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11£215
Best flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
Wed 11/311:00EDI - IST
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Tue 17/313:50IST - EDI
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Deal found 6/11£173
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Tue 31/318:55IST - EDI
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Deal found 6/11£179
Sat 7/313:00EDI - IST
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Wed 11/319:00IST - EDI
1 stop7h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11£212
Sat 24/105:45EDI - IST
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Sun 1/217:55IST - EDI
1 stop8h 15mKLM
Deal found 6/11£221
Sun 4/107:00EDI - IST
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Sun 11/122:00IST - EDI
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11£186
Sat 7/316:20EDI - IST
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Wed 11/308:30IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£241
Tue 24/316:20EDI - IST
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Tue 31/313:25IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/11£253
Direct flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from Edinburgh to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
Wed 11/311:00EDI - IST
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 17/313:50IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£173
Tue 10/216:20EDI - IST
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Mon 16/208:30IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£188
Tue 10/216:20EDI - IST
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Tue 17/213:50IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£196
Mon 9/211:00EDI - IST
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Mon 16/208:30IST - EDI
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Deal found 5/11£199
Tue 10/216:20EDI - IST
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Wed 18/208:30IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£200
Tue 10/216:20EDI - IST
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Sun 15/208:30IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£204
Sun 8/211:00EDI - IST
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Tue 17/213:50IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£206
Sun 8/216:20EDI - IST
Nonstop4h 20mTurkish Airlines
Wed 18/208:30IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£211
Thu 27/1116:20EDI - IST
Nonstop4h 20mTurkish Airlines
Tue 2/1213:50IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£219
Thu 15/116:20EDI - IST
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Tue 20/113:50IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/11£232
Fri 13/311:00EDI - IST
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Fri 20/308:30IST - EDI
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Deal found 5/11£239
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Wed 18/208:30IST - EDI
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Deal found 5/11£240
Last-minute flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Data last updated 7 November 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 11/1115:30EDI - IST
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Tue 18/1121:35IST - EDI
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Deal found 6/11£215
Fri 14/1107:00EDI - IST
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Mon 17/1122:00IST - EDI
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Deal found 6/11£192
Fri 14/1107:00EDI - IST
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Mon 17/1121:00IST - EDI
1 stop13h 55measyJet
Deal found 7/11£198
Thu 27/1107:00EDI - IST
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1222:00IST - EDI
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£142
Sat 29/1106:15EDI - IST
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Tue 2/1222:00IST - EDI
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Deal found 6/11£169
Mon 8/1206:05EDI - IST
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Wed 10/1214:35IST - EDI
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Deal found 6/11£149
Mon 8/1207:00EDI - IST
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Fri 12/1222:40IST - EDI
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Deal found 5/11£170
One-way flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
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Deal found 6/11£49
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Deal found 5/11£55
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Deal found 4/11£66
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Deal found 6/11£67
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Deal found 6/11£70
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Deal found 6/11£73
Tue 24/320:50EDI - IST
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Deal found 6/11£76
Wed 12/1108:25EDI - IST
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Deal found 5/11£76
Thu 22/121:40EDI - IST
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Deal found 6/11£83
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1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£89
Fri 21/1117:10EDI - IST
2 stops26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11£92
Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Istanbul (IST). 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 7 November 2025.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh 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 7 November 2025.
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Edinburgh Turnhouse
Wed 11/3
11:00-18:30
Nonstop4h 30m
Istanbul
Tue 17/3
13:50-15:20
Nonstop4h 30m
£173
EdinburghIstanbul
EDI - IST
EDIIST
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 24/3
20:50-13:45
1 stop13h 55m
Istanbul
Tue 31/3
18:55-00:30
1 stop7h 35m
£179
EdinburghIstanbul
EDI - IST
EDIIST
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sun 4/1
07:00-21:05
1 stop11h 05m
Istanbul
Sun 11/1
22:00-10:05
1 stop15h 05m
£186
EdinburghIstanbul
EDI - IST
EDIIST
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sat 7/3
13:00-22:45
1 stop6h 45m
Istanbul
Wed 11/3
19:00-23:15
1 stop7h 15m
£212
EdinburghIstanbul
EDI - IST
EDIIST
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sat 24/1
05:45-16:55
1 stop8h 10m
Istanbul
Sun 1/2
17:55-23:10
1 stop8h 15m
£221
EdinburghIstanbul
EDI - IST
EDIIST
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Sat 7/3
16:20-23:40
Nonstop4h 20m
Istanbul
Wed 11/3
08:30-10:00
Nonstop4h 30m
£241
EdinburghIstanbul
EDI - IST
EDIIST
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 24/3
16:20-23:40
Nonstop4h 20m
Istanbul
Tue 31/3
13:25-15:50
Nonstop4h 25m
£253
EdinburghIstanbul
EDI - IST
EDIIST
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 24/3
20:50-13:45
1 stop13h 55m
£76
EdinburghIstanbul
EDI - IST
EDIIST
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Tue 9/12
06:05-20:05
1 stop11h 00m
£76
EdinburghIstanbul
EDI - IST
EDIIST
Edinburgh Turnhouse
Wed 12/11
08:25-19:00
1 stop7h 35m
£76
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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.
The best time to book flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport (average of £72). Flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £212). 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 EDI to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh 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 7 November 2025.
Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 63% on flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets at midday.
Weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 7 November 2025.
The most flights from EDI to IST are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).
How often are flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul delayed?
About 7% of weekly flights between Edinburgh and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Edinburgh to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Edinburgh to Istanbul flights?
Over the past year, Thai Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?
Share of one-stop return flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 56% of one-stop itineraries from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 21m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 21m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 54m.
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 7 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Turkish Airlines, andLufthansa from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?
Most people fly from Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) if they book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul. On average, Turnhouse has 4 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 5 airlines. Edinburgh Turnhouse is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Edinburgh’s city center.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?
Turkish Airlines can get you from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport in just under 4h 30m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 1757 mi between Edinburgh and Istanbul Airport. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport round-trip from £116. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are KLM, from £165, and Lufthansa, from £176. Pegasus Airlines is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most reliable airlines from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?
Consider Thai Airways (81%), Turkish Airlines (81%) or Pakistan International Airlines (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport.
What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?
While on average a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport is generally £1,068, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £243. When looking at the most popular route, (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Istanbul), you can expect to pay £117 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport (average of £72). Flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £212). 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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