Cheap flights from Glasgow to Istanbul from £53

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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — IST
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Glasgow to Istanbul are usually found in November or January, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£118

One-way from

£53

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£347
16/10-22/10
  • 16/10-22/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 05m total
  • Glasgow to Istanbul
2/10
  • 2/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 30m total
  • Glasgow to Istanbul
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£9 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Glasgow to Istanbul

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 29 August 2025.

Thu 16/1006:35GLA - IST
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1004:45IST - GLA
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8£118
Tue 18/1107:15GLA - IST
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/1120:50IST - GLA
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£119
Thu 6/1107:05GLA - IST
1 stop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1114:15IST - GLA
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£121
Fri 3/1020:55GLA - IST
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/1004:45IST - GLA
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8£131
Mon 17/1107:00GLA - IST
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1118:20IST - GLA
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£139
Tue 2/914:30GLA - SAW
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/901:30SAW - GLA
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£140
Mon 1/916:35GLA - SAW
1 stop12h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/919:05SAW - GLA
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8£155
Sun 12/1021:20GLA - IST
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1004:45IST - GLA
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£155
Tue 2/914:30GLA - SAW
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/919:05SAW - GLA
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£156
Mon 1/916:35GLA - SAW
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/919:15SAW - GLA
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£160
Mon 17/1107:00GLA - SAW
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1116:20SAW - GLA
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£161
Mon 13/1020:55GLA - IST
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1004:45IST - GLA
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8£170

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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 29 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Glasgow to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

Glasgow

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Thu 16/10

06:35-03:50

1 stop19h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 22/10

04:45-15:35

1 stop12h 50m

£118

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Tue 18/11

07:15-21:05

1 stop10h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 21/11

20:50-09:35

1 stop15h 45m

£119

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Mon 17/11

07:00-21:05

1 stop11h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 20/11

20:50-10:25

1 stop16h 35m

£121

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Thu 6/11

07:05-21:05

1 stop11h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 10/11

14:15-20:05

1 stop8h 50m

£121

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Fri 3/10

20:55-19:25

1 stop20h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 10/10

04:45-20:50

1 stop18h 05m

£131

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Thu 6/11

07:10-22:25

1 stop12h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 10/11

21:15-10:25

1 stop16h 10m

£140

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Sun 12/10

21:20-15:00

1 stop15h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 19/10

04:45-08:35

1 stop29h 50m

£155

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Fri 3/10

20:00-06:05

1 stop8h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 10/10

15:55-23:05

1 stop9h 10m

£160

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Mon 17/11

07:00-19:15

1 stop9h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 20/11

16:20-08:15

2 stops18h 55m

£161

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Mon 13/10

20:55-19:25

1 stop20h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 20/10

04:45-10:35

1 stop7h 50m

£170

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Glasgow to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

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 59 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from Glasgow 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 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 29 August 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from Glasgow to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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 29 August 2025.
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.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AMS - BOS

A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Pegasus Airlines (£94), Lufthansa (£165), and KLM (£170) offers the cheapest pricing from Glasgow to Istanbul. Users have found that Pegasus Airlines is 65% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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    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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from Glasgow 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Glasgow to Istanbul

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£94Average£208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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LufthansaCheapest£165Average£236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£167Average£260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£175Average£294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£191Average£298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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