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

EDI — IST
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Tue 8/26
Tue 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) to Istanbul (IST). 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 August 21, 2025.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$411

Good round-trip deal

$737 or less

Good one-way deal

$240 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul.
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Istanbul.
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Best time to book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 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 Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 EDI to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh 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 August 21, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 3% on flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 August 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport, such as Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Brian,Jul 2025

SEA - IST

Horrible check-in experience in Seattle. Was actually yelled at by a customer service rep and then he intentionally would put us in the back row to make sure our seats would not recline. When I complained to customer service they told me they did not find any issues with how we were treated. The sinks did not drain in the bathroom during the flight and my in-flight entertainment never worked during a 12 hour flight. They said they would reset 3 times but never did. Would never fly them again.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Brian,Jul 2025

SEA - IST

Horrible check-in experience in Seattle. Was actually yelled at by a customer service rep and then he intentionally would put us in the back row to make sure our seats would not recline. When I complained to customer service they told me they did not find any issues with how we were treated. The sinks did not drain in the bathroom during the flight and my in-flight entertainment never worked during a 12 hour flight. They said they would reset 3 times but never did. Would never fly them again.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
636 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Brian,Jul 2025

SEA - IST

Horrible check-in experience in Seattle. Was actually yelled at by a customer service rep and then he intentionally would put us in the back row to make sure our seats would not recline. When I complained to customer service they told me they did not find any issues with how we were treated. The sinks did not drain in the bathroom during the flight and my in-flight entertainment never worked during a 12 hour flight. They said they would reset 3 times but never did. Would never fly them again.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul?

    For a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul, you will be flying from Turnhouse. Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is just 6.8 mi from the center of the city. Turnhouse is the only Edinburgh airport and it handles 7 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 2 airlines have flights to Istanbul from Edinburgh Turnhouse on a regular basis.

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

    Flying on Pegasus Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at $168. Another option worth looking into is Turkish Airlines, starting at $272 round trip. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Thai Airways (79%), JetBlue (77%) or Turkish Airlines (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 2 airlines flying from Edinburgh to Istanbul

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$168Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$272Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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