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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Istanbul 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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — IST
23 May — 30 May1
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 23 April 2026.

Mon 8/606:55
GLA
-
SAW
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/608:45
SAW
-
GLA
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4£132
Thu 4/607:05
GLA
-
SAW
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/606:25
SAW
-
GLA
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£141
Fri 5/621:00
GLA
-
IST
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/613:50
IST
-
GLA
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4£141
Thu 11/607:05
GLA
-
SAW
1 stop8h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/608:45
SAW
-
GLA
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£144
Mon 8/622:20
GLA
-
IST
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/620:15
IST
-
GLA
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4£144
Tue 2/611:10
GLA
-
SAW
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/608:45
SAW
-
GLA
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4£146
Wed 3/619:10
GLA
-
SAW
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/609:10
SAW
-
GLA
1 stop15h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4£148
Thu 4/621:05
GLA
-
IST
1 stop14h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/620:15
IST
-
GLA
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£149
Mon 15/621:10
GLA
-
IST
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/613:50
IST
-
GLA
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4£150
Sat 6/621:35
GLA
-
SAW
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 13/619:20
SAW
-
GLA
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4£151
Wed 3/621:40
GLA
-
IST
1 stop13h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/614:15
IST
-
GLA
1 stop8h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£151
Mon 15/621:10
GLA
-
IST
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 30/620:15
IST
-
GLA
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4£155

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 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£132

One-way from

£56

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

December

Average price

£236
8/6-12/6
  • 8/6-12/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 35m total
  • Glasgow to Istanbul
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1/6
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 15m total
  • Glasgow to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 23 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Mon 8/6

06:55-21:30

1 stop12h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 12/6

08:45-19:45

1 stop13h 00m

£132

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Thu 4/6

07:05-20:25

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 8/6

06:25-23:40

1 stop19h 15m

£141

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Thu 11/6

07:05-17:40

1 stop8h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 17/6

08:45-22:20

1 stop15h 35m

£144

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Wed 3/6

19:10-13:35

1 stop16h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 17/6

09:10-22:20

1 stop15h 10m

£148

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Tue 2/6

20:55-13:10

1 stop14h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 9/6

13:50-19:00

1 stop7h 10m

£169

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Mon 15/6

21:10-13:10

1 stop14h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 30/6

09:25-07:50

2 stops24h 25m

£169

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Wed 27/5

22:00-18:05

1 stop18h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 30/5

06:25-14:00

1 stop9h 35m

£183

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Tue 2/6

11:10-21:30

1 stop8h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 8/6

00:35-10:10

2 stops11h 35m

£203

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Thu 10/9

07:05-00:55

1 stop15h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 17/9

09:55-22:35

1 stop14h 40m

£208

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Sun 11/10

21:45-20:25

1 stop20h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 18/10

06:25-21:20

1 stop16h 55m

£215

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 36 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul (average of £70). Flying from Glasgow to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £252). 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 23 April 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?

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 23 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Glasgow to Istanbul, such as KLM,Lufthansa, andBritish Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,508 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.8
Good
1,508 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,508 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,944 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,508 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,910 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,508 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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, KLM (£178), Lufthansa (£202), and British Airways (£221) offers the cheapest pricing from Glasgow to Istanbul. Users have found that KLM is 36% 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul (average of £70). Flying from Glasgow to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £252). 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£198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapest£178Average£273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£192Average£315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£193Average£274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£205Average£283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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