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Cheap flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh from £56

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 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — EDI
26 Dec — 2 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or November, booked 1 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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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 26 November 2025.

Tue 2/1208:40SAW - EDI
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1207:45EDI - SAW
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£132
Thu 25/1208:30IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/107:00EDI - IST
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£138
Fri 5/1213:20SAW - EDI
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1209:40EDI - SAW
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£138
Sat 6/1222:00IST - EDI
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1209:40EDI - IST
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£150
Sat 6/1218:50SAW - EDI
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1206:15EDI - SAW
2 stops14h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£153
Tue 2/1210:05SAW - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mPegasus Airlines
Thu 4/1212:05EDI - SAW
Nonstop4h 15mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 24/11£155
Wed 31/1212:55SAW - EDI
2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/106:45EDI - SAW
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£162
Wed 31/1213:15IST - EDI
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/107:05EDI - IST
1 stop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£167
Mon 29/1208:15SAW - EDI
1 stop26h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/120:05EDI - SAW
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£167
Thu 25/1208:30IST - EDI
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 15/111:00EDI - IST
Nonstop4h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/11£171
Tue 2/1210:10IST - EDI
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1207:00EDI - IST
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/11£188
Mon 29/1221:00IST - EDI
1 stop13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/107:00EDI - IST
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11£205

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) 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 26 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£119

One-way from

£56

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£183
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  • 24h 50m total
  • Istanbul to Edinburgh
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  • 19/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 25m total
  • Istanbul to Edinburgh
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Price

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Fri 27/2

22:40-07:50

1 stop12h 10m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

07:00-21:05

1 stop11h 05m

£121

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 21/2

09:25-10:55

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/3

12:15-19:30

Nonstop4h 15m

£123

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 16/1

21:15-10:30

1 stop16h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/1

06:30-17:05

1 stop7h 35m

£128

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 27/2

09:25-10:55

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

13:55-06:05

1 stop13h 10m

£129

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 27/2

09:25-10:55

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

12:05-19:20

Nonstop4h 15m

£129

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Thu 25/12

08:30-10:00

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Thu 1/1

07:00-23:10

1 stop13h 10m

£138

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Fri 16/1

22:00-08:45

1 stop13h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 19/1

07:55-21:05

2 stops10h 10m

£144

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 7/5

09:55-12:25

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 10/5

13:35-19:50

Nonstop4h 15m

£149

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sat 6/12

22:00-10:05

1 stop15h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/12

09:40-20:30

1 stop7h 50m

£150

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 6/12

18:50-07:35

2 stops15h 45m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 8/12

06:15-23:15

2 stops14h 00m

£153

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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 to Edinburgh

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh (average of £63). Flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of £234). 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 26 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul to Edinburgh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Edinburgh. 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 26 November 2025.

The most flights from TR5 to EDI are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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

How often are flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Istanbul and Edinburgh have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 83 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Edinburgh 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?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Edinburgh flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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 26 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines from Istanbul to Edinburgh have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,059 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

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
7.3
Good
4,059 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,059 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

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
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,059 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

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?

    If you book a flight to Edinburgh from Istanbul, you will be flying to Turnhouse, which is the city’s only airport. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is located 6.8 mi from the center of Edinburgh. There are 4 flights from Istanbul to Turnhouse per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

    For as low as £123, Pegasus Airlines can have you in Edinburgh from Istanbul in 4h 30m. The distance from Istanbul to Edinburgh is about 1796 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Istanbul to Edinburgh is Pegasus Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £83 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Turkish Airlines, starting at £196. These flights start at 65% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Thai Airways (86%), JetBlue (85%) or Turkish Airlines (75%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

    While on average a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh is generally £234, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £152. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - Edinburgh Turnhouse), you can expect to pay £117 for that flight.

  • 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 to Edinburgh?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh (average of £63). Flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of £234). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£83Average£223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£196Average£357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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