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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Istanbul from £70

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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHX — IST
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Birmingham to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHX) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£148

One-way from

£70

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£348
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 17/9-23/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 15m total
  • Birmingham to Istanbul
9/7
  • 9/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 40m total
  • Birmingham to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (£49 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 July 2025.

Sat 5/715:00BHX - SAW
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/716:40SAW - BHX
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7£146
Wed 17/920:00BHX - IST
1 stop10h 30mWizz Air
Tue 23/909:10IST - BHX
1 stop6h 45mWizz Air
Deal found 3/7£148
Mon 13/1012:05BHX - SAW
Nonstop3h 55mPegasus Airlines
Sun 19/1010:25SAW - BHX
Nonstop4h 10mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 1/7£149
Wed 17/920:00BHX - IST
1 stop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 23/904:45IST - BHX
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7£151
Thu 13/1113:25BHX - IST
1 stop6h 20mLufthansa
Tue 18/1119:00IST - BHX
1 stop6h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 1/7£204
Thu 11/913:10BHX - IST
Nonstop4h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 15/914:00IST - BHX
Nonstop4h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/7£212

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

Birmingham

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamIstanbul

BHX - IST

BHXIST

Birmingham

Wed 17/9

20:00-08:30

1 stop10h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 23/9

09:10-13:55

1 stop6h 45m

£148

BirminghamIstanbul

BHX - SAW

BHXSAW

Birmingham

Mon 13/10

12:05-18:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 19/10

10:25-12:35

Nonstop4h 10m

£149

BirminghamIstanbul

BHX - IST

BHXIST

Birmingham

Wed 17/9

20:00-08:30

1 stop10h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 23/9

04:45-22:30

2 stops19h 45m

£151

BirminghamIstanbul

BHX - SAW

BHXSAW

Birmingham

Sat 15/11

12:40-19:35

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 22/11

14:10-18:55

1 stop7h 45m

£169

BirminghamIstanbul

BHX - IST

BHXIST

Birmingham

Thu 18/9

10:50-16:55

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 25/9

14:00-16:10

Nonstop4h 10m

£201

BirminghamIstanbul

BHX - IST

BHXIST

Birmingham

Thu 13/11

13:25-22:45

1 stop6h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 18/11

19:00-22:45

1 stop6h 45m

£204

BirminghamIstanbul

BHX - SAW

BHXSAW

Birmingham

Wed 9/7

17:15-05:55

1 stop10h 40m

£70

BirminghamIstanbul

BHX - SAW

BHXSAW

Birmingham

Tue 16/9

13:40-19:35

Nonstop3h 55m

£72

BirminghamIstanbul

BHX - IST

BHXIST

Birmingham

Mon 15/9

18:15-08:30

1 stop12h 15m

£75

BirminghamIstanbul

BHX - IST

BHXIST

Birmingham

Tue 16/9

17:10-23:15

Nonstop4h 05m

£97

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to Istanbul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Birmingham to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Birmingham to Istanbul is 28 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 Birmingham to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from Birmingham to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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 BHX to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham 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 4 July 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Birmingham to Istanbul is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 63% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Birmingham to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 29 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Birmingham to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Birmingham 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 4 July 2025.

The most flights from BHX to TR5 are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 4 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, andWizz Air from Birmingham to Istanbul. 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.

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Crew

7.7

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from Birmingham (BHX) if they book a flight from Birmingham to Istanbul. On average, Birmingham has 8 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 6 airlines. Birmingham is conveniently located just 6.8 mi from Birmingham’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Birmingham to Istanbul is Wizz Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £148 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines, starting at £149 and £201 round-trip. Wizz Air is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Birmingham to Istanbul on time: Turkish Airlines (85%), IndiGo (85%), Thai Airways (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Birmingham to Istanbul?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £126. While the most popular route (Birmingham - Istanbul) can be booked for £127 on average our data indicates £1,297 when flying from Birmingham to Istanbul.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from Birmingham to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). 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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easyJetCheapest£64Average£125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Air FranceCheapest£101Average£167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£121Average£198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapest£145Average£277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£151Average£243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£170Average£314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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