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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Istanbul from £79

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — IST
11 Sep — 18 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Glasgow to Istanbul

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Cheapest flights from Glasgow to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Glasgow to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 August 2026.

Sun 13/920:20 -
1 stop16h 55m
Thu 24/921:10 -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 11/8£161
Sun 13/921:45 -
1 stop15h 30m
Thu 15/1021:10 -
1 stop14h 30m
Deal found 7/8£162
Fri 2/1020:35 -
1 stop7h 30m
Tue 6/1011:35 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 11/8£164
Mon 12/1006:55 -
1 stop13h 35m
Mon 19/1013:40 -
1 stop12h 00m
Deal found 11/8£165
Wed 9/911:55 -
1 stop16h 10m
Wed 16/919:45 -
1 stop13h 55m
Deal found 10/8£167
Sun 20/908:45 -
1 stop6h 55m
Mon 28/921:10 -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 11/8£168
Fri 4/920:35 -
1 stop16h 40m
Sun 13/906:25 -
1 stop19h 00m
Deal found 9/8£170
Mon 21/908:05 -
2 stops13h 35m
Mon 28/909:25 -
2 stops25h 20m
Deal found 11/8£170
Sun 13/920:20 -
1 stop8h 05m
Sun 20/906:25 -
1 stop19h 00m
Deal found 10/8£171
Mon 21/908:05 -
1 stop11h 25m
Mon 28/911:25 -
2 stops23h 20m
Deal found 11/8£173
Mon 7/908:05 -
1 stop12h 25m
Sat 12/906:25 -
1 stop16h 45m
Deal found 8/8£173
Fri 2/1020:35 -
1 stop14h 35m
Tue 6/1020:15 -
2 stops27h 55m
Deal found 11/8£175

Find flight deals from Glasgow to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Glasgow (GG1) 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 12 August 2026.

Round-trip from

£161

One-way from

£79

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

December

Average price

£381
13/9-24/9
  • 13/9-24/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 25m total
  • Glasgow to Istanbul
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14/10
  • 14/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 05m total
  • Glasgow to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£36 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Glasgow 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 12 August 2026.
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GlasgowIstanbul

GLA Glasgow Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Sun 13/9

21:45-15:15

1 stop15h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 15/10

21:10-09:40

1 stop14h 30m

£162

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA Glasgow Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Mon 12/10

06:55-22:30

1 stop13h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 19/10

13:40-23:40

1 stop12h 00m

£165

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA Glasgow Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Fri 4/9

20:35-15:15

1 stop16h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 13/9

06:25-23:25

1 stop19h 00m

£170

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA Glasgow Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Sun 13/9

20:20-06:25

1 stop8h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 20/9

06:25-23:25

1 stop19h 00m

£171

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA Glasgow Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Tue 25/8

09:40-06:05

1 stop18h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 20/9

06:25-23:25

1 stop19h 00m

£175

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA Glasgow Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Fri 2/10

06:50-21:15

1 stop12h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 6/10

15:40-23:10

1 stop9h 30m

£175
Fastest return journey

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA Glasgow Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Wed 2/9

11:55-21:55

1 stop8h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 6/9

18:15-01:10

1 stop8h 55m

£188

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA Glasgow Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Sun 20/9

21:45-17:30

2 stops17h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 28/9

15:40-07:55

2 stops18h 15m

£193

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA Glasgow Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Mon 7/9

08:05-21:30

1 stop11h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 12/9

07:15-21:10

2 stops15h 55m

£193

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA Glasgow Intl - SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Sun 6/9

08:45-09:05

2 stops22h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 13/9

09:10-23:25

1 stop16h 15m

£199

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Best time to book a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul (average of £228). Flying from Glasgow to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £381). 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 GLA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Glasgow 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 12 August 2026.

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

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Glasgow to Istanbul flights typically cost between £298 and £437 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £161 on Multiple Airlines (13 Sept–24 Sept).

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 12 August 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Glasgow to Istanbul, such as KLM,Turkish Airlines, andLufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,557 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,557 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,557 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,479 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,557 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,179 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,557 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,159 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,557 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Subhash,Jul 2026

CDG - ATL

The priority tag for bags were taken out. 1 bag is missing. Food was worst for AVML. The food was dry and burnt.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Glasgow to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Glasgow to Istanbul?

    KLM can get you from Glasgow to Istanbul in just under 14h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Glasgow to Istanbul is about 1793 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines (£151), KLM (£182), and Lufthansa (£196) offers the cheapest pricing from Glasgow to Istanbul. Users have found that Turkish Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul (average of £228). Flying from Glasgow to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £381). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Glasgow to Istanbul

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£111Average£221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£151Average£362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£170Average£273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£196Average£276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£225Average£280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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