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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh from £78

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 15/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — EDI
16 Sep — 23 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Edinburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 August 2026.

Mon 21/913:50 -
1 stop11h 30m
Tue 29/906:45 -
2 stops14h 10m
Deal found 16/8£157
Mon 28/900:20 -
2 stops24h 20m
Tue 6/1019:20 -
2 stops18h 45m
Deal found 15/8£163
Wed 7/1003:45 -
1 stop14h 40m
Thu 15/1017:10 -
1 stop6h 55m
Deal found 16/8£166
Tue 22/913:50 -
1 stop10h 50m
Fri 25/919:55 -
2 stops25h 20m
Deal found 13/8£167
Wed 30/909:25 -
2 stops14h 20m
Wed 7/1021:10 -
1 stop14h 00m
Deal found 16/8£168
Mon 21/900:20 -
2 stops26h 15m
Sat 26/906:15 -
2 stops15h 00m
Deal found 15/8£173
Mon 21/913:50 -
1 stop9h 15m
Thu 24/908:30 -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 12/8£177
Tue 15/913:50 -
1 stop10h 50m
Tue 22/906:20 -
1 stop11h 10m
Deal found 16/8£179

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Edinburgh (EDI). 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 17 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£157

One-way from

£78

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£250

Good one-way deal

£163 or less
21/9-29/9
  • 21/9-29/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 25h 40m total
  • Istanbul to Edinburgh
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15/9
  • 15/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 25m total
  • Istanbul to Edinburgh
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (£49 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (£12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh Turnhouse.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh 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 17 August 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST Istanbul - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Wed 23/9

03:45-09:45

1 stop8h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 30/9

06:10-02:05

2 stops17h 55m

£204

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST Istanbul - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sun 15/11

04:30-23:20

2 stops21h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/11

06:00-22:45

1 stop13h 45m

£227

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST Istanbul - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sat 28/11

18:35-08:25

1 stop16h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 30/11

11:15-00:50

1 stop10h 35m

£228
Fastest return journey

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST Istanbul - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Mon 16/11

13:50-15:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 19/11

16:20-23:40

Nonstop4h 20m

£243

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST Istanbul - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Mon 21/12

08:10-09:40

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/12

18:40-22:30

2 stops24h 50m

£281

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST Istanbul - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Fri 27/11

08:10-09:40

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 29/11

10:40-18:10

Nonstop4h 30m

£281

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST Istanbul - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sun 11/10

07:15-09:45

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 15/10

10:45-17:05

Nonstop4h 20m

£318

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST Istanbul - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Mon 21/9

13:55-23:05

1 stop11h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 24/9

18:20-02:05

2 stops29h 45m

£348

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST Istanbul - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sat 28/11

13:50-15:20

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 30/11

16:20-23:40

Nonstop4h 20m

£348

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST Istanbul - EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Mon 21/12

08:10-09:40

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 21/12

16:20-23:40

Nonstop4h 20m

£356

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh (average of £119). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of £392). 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 IST to EDI?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Edinburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 August 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh as you normally would.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh flights typically cost between £144 and £266 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £157 on Multiple Airlines (21 Sept–29 Sept).

Reviews of airlines servicing Edinburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh. Reviews last updated 17 August 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,473 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,473 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,473 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
636 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,473 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Edinburgh. 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 into for flights to Edinburgh from Istanbul?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI), located 6.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh. 1 airline have flights to Turnhouse from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh Turnhouse should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh?

    Airlines like Lufthansa, British Airways, and Turkish Airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh in about 4h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 20m. There are 1757 mi between Istanbul Airport and Edinburgh. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh round-trip?

    According to our current data, Pegasus Airlines (£96), offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh. Users have found that Pegasus Airlines is 57% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Pegasus Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £54. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and Turkish Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh are Turkish Airlines (82%), Pakistan International Airlines (82%) and IndiGo (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £153. While the most popular route (Istanbul - Edinburgh Turnhouse) can be booked for £148 on average, our data indicates £191 when flying from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Edinburgh flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh 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 Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh (average of £119). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of £392). 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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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£96Average£244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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