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Cheap flights from Glasgow to Istanbul from £59

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GLA — IST
20 Jul — 27 Jul1
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 15 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£145

One-way from

£59

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£413
15/9-22/9
  • 15/9-22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 20m total
  • Glasgow to Istanbul
10/9
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 40m total
  • Glasgow to Istanbul
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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 15 July 2025.

Mon 15/909:20GLA - IST
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/904:45IST - GLA
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7£145
Wed 10/916:30GLA - SAW
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/907:45SAW - GLA
1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7£165
Wed 17/1215:25GLA - IST
1 stop6h 35mBritish Airways
Sat 10/118:40IST - GLA
1 stop16h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/7£282
Tue 26/813:30GLA - IST
1 stop9h 50mKLM
Fri 5/917:05IST - GLA
1 stop8h 05mKLM
Deal found 14/7£294
Tue 26/813:10GLA - IST
1 stop6h 10mLufthansa
Fri 5/917:55IST - GLA
1 stop7h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 13/7£311
Wed 17/1213:25GLA - IST
2 stops11h 25mAir France
Fri 9/104:50IST - GLA
2 stops14h 45mAir France
Deal found 15/7£400
Tue 26/806:00GLA - SAW
1 stop9h 05mKLM
Fri 5/908:45SAW - GLA
1 stop9h 25mKLM
Deal found 14/7£478

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 15 July 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

Mon 15/9

09:20-03:50

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 22/9

04:45-10:35

1 stop7h 50m

£145

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Wed 10/9

16:30-06:05

1 stop11h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 30/9

07:45-17:35

1 stop11h 50m

£165

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Wed 17/12

15:25-01:00

1 stop6h 35m

Istanbul

Sat 10/1

18:40-08:20

1 stop16h 40m

£282

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Tue 26/8

13:30-01:20

1 stop9h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 5/9

17:05-23:10

1 stop8h 05m

£294

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Tue 26/8

13:10-21:20

1 stop6h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 5/9

17:55-23:05

1 stop7h 10m

£311

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Wed 17/12

13:25-03:50

2 stops11h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 9/1

04:50-16:35

2 stops14h 45m

£400

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Tue 26/8

06:00-17:05

1 stop9h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 5/9

08:45-16:10

1 stop9h 25m

£478

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Wed 30/7

13:40-15:05

2 stops23h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 6/8

16:15-22:00

1 stop7h 45m

£707

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - SAW

GLASAW

Glasgow Intl

Wed 10/9

16:30-05:10

1 stop10h 40m

£59

GlasgowIstanbul

GLA - IST

GLAIST

Glasgow Intl

Thu 24/7

15:05-05:05

1 stop12h 00m

£100

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 12/7

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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 11 July 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 15 July 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 15 July 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Glasgow to Istanbul, such as KLM, Air France, andLufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

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.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

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.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

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.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

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.

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

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

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

    According to our current data, British Airways (£282), KLM (£294), and Lufthansa (£311) offers the cheapest pricing from Glasgow to Istanbul.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £180 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include KLM from £183 and Air France from £482 one-way.

  • 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, 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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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£95Average£202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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KLMCheapest£161Average£254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£163Average£233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£177Average£293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£185Average£287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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