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Cheap Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Istanbul (IST)

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Flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$312 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with easyJet and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.
Istanbul.$321 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Tue, 22 Jul.Return flight with Jet2 and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $321, select.
Istanbul.$328 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $328, select.
Istanbul.$329 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $329, select.
Istanbul.$340 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $340, select.
Istanbul.$340 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb, returning Tue, 17 Feb.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $340, select.
Istanbul.$340 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $340, select.
Istanbul.$344 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with easyJet and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From $344, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $627
Jul
from $321
Aug
from $362
Sep
from $312
Oct
from $364
Nov
from $344
Dec
from $328
Jan
from $344
Feb
from $340
Mar
from $329
Apr
from $487
May
from $488
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:June

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Edinburgh to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Edinburgh to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$312
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 27 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week44

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul is $312. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Istanbul.
IndiGo, Turkish Airlines and PIA fly direct from Edinburgh to Istanbul.
As of June 2025, there are 44 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Istanbul is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Airport on Saturday, 20 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul three hours ahead of Edinburgh.

  • You can choose from 14 weekly Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 10:40 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest available. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 17:05.

  • Your EDI to IST flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Travelling to Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a cinch with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between EDI and IST:

    • Dusseldorf International Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

    • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • $82 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from $312. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from EDI to IST, reserve your journey seven months before your departure.

  • Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from EDI to IST.

  • Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • When it comes to Edinburgh Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.94% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near EDI? If you're boarding an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Istanbul based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from EDI to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Edinburgh to Istanbul

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