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Cheap flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh from £44

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 14/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — EDI
28 Feb — 7 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Edinburgh Turnhouse are usually found in February or January, booked 16 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 29 January 2026.

Wed 11/323:00
IST
-
EDI
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/307:20
EDI
-
IST
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1£87
Wed 25/223:00
IST
-
EDI
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/306:15
EDI
-
IST
1 stop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£100
Wed 11/310:35
SAW
-
EDI
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/307:20
EDI
-
SAW
1 stop12h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1£111
Tue 3/210:05
SAW
-
EDI
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/306:15
EDI
-
SAW
1 stop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£112
Tue 3/210:05
SAW
-
EDI
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/306:00
EDI
-
SAW
1 stop10h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1£112
Tue 3/210:05
SAW
-
EDI
Nonstop4h 30m
Pegasus Airlines
Tue 3/312:45
EDI
-
SAW
Nonstop4h 15m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 27/1£115
Tue 24/223:00
IST
-
EDI
1 stop13h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/306:45
EDI
-
IST
1 stop10h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1£117
Tue 24/213:40
SAW
-
EDI
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/307:00
EDI
-
SAW
1 stop9h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1£121
Wed 25/222:10
SAW
-
EDI
2 stops20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/306:15
EDI
-
SAW
1 stop10h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£123
Tue 24/208:55
SAW
-
EDI
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/306:45
EDI
-
SAW
1 stop9h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/1£123
Thu 5/323:00
IST
-
EDI
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/307:00
EDI
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IST
1 stop11h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£125
Tue 3/210:10
IST
-
EDI
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/306:15
EDI
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IST
1 stop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/1£134

Find 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 29 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£87

One-way from

£44

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£142
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  • 24h 50m total
  • Istanbul to Edinburgh
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  • 14/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 05m total
  • Istanbul to Edinburgh
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Edinburgh

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Price

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 24/2

13:40-23:05

1 stop12h 25m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Tue 3/3

12:45-20:00

Nonstop4h 15m

£112

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Tue 24/2

23:00-09:30

1 stop13h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

06:45-20:10

1 stop10h 25m

£117

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 25/2

09:00-10:30

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 4/3

06:15-19:35

1 stop10h 20m

£121

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 11/3

13:15-07:20

2 stops21h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 14/3

08:40-19:35

1 stop7h 55m

£128

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 5/3

09:25-10:55

Nonstop4h 30m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 15/3

09:00-22:25

1 stop10h 25m

£136

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 24/2

08:55-07:00

2 stops25h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 13/3

12:50-14:15

2 stops22h 25m

£141

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Fri 1/5

13:50-23:05

1 stop11h 15m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 3/5

07:45-19:35

1 stop9h 50m

£143

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Sat 14/3

22:00-10:05

1 stop15h 05m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/3

19:55-16:40

2 stops17h 45m

£146

IstanbulEdinburgh

SAW - EDI

SAWEDI

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 16/3

10:35-20:25

1 stop12h 50m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/3

11:45-10:35

2 stops19h 50m

£150

IstanbulEdinburgh

IST - EDI

ISTEDI

Istanbul

Thu 19/3

23:00-10:00

1 stop14h 00m

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 21/3

19:55-16:40

2 stops17h 45m

£152

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh is 16 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 Istanbul to Edinburgh?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh (average of £61). Flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of £225). 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 29 January 2026.

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

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 29 January 2026.

The most flights from TR5 to EDI 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 (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 12% 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?

Wednesday 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 12% 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 29 January 2026.
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
4,208 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

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
4,208 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,208 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

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
636 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,208 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

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 £175, Lufthansa can have you in Edinburgh from Istanbul in 10h 50m. The distance from Istanbul to Edinburgh is about 1757 mi.

  • 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 £79 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Turkish Airlines, starting at £187. These flights start at 65% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Pegasus Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £51. KLM flights start at £89 while deals on Turkish Airlines start at £93 one-way.

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

    Consider Thai Airways (71%), Turkish Airlines (68%) or Pakistan International Airlines (68%) 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 £270, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £93. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - Edinburgh Turnhouse), you can expect to pay £87 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 £61). Flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh in July is currently the most expensive (average of £225). 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£79Average£209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£187Average£340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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