Journey information
Overview: Edinburgh to Istanbul flight
Flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul depart on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £68 if you book in advance.
There are 2 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:35, the last at 22:20. The fastest flight covers the 2852 km distance in 4h 15m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2852 km |
Average flight duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Flights per day 34 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 4h 15m |
Cheapest month to travel March |
First flight 01:35 |
Last flight 22:20 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul
Cheapest price
£402
Average price
£1098
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Flights per day
27
Distance
2852 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Edinburgh to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Istanbul will cost around £1098 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £402.
Of the 27 flights that leave Edinburgh for Istanbul every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 2852 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest flights will take 7 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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VY7849 · VY7852
KL932 · KL1959
KL928 · KL1959
KL924 · KL1959
PC1188
TK1344
KL924 · KL1959
LH961 · LH1304
BA1449 · BA680Live departures
Edinburgh to Istanbul flight times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Istanbul flights for today, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:15 Edinburgh | 4h20 | 18:35 Istanbul | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 December | |||||
KL922+ KL3102 | 05:50 Edinburgh Airport | 12h30 | 18:20 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
KL922+ KL3106 | 05:50 Edinburgh Airport | 15h25 | 21:15 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
KL922 · KL1959 | 05:50 Edinburgh Airport | 8h05 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL922+ KL3100 | 05:50 Edinburgh Airport | 8h35 | 14:25 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1887 · AF1390 | 06:00 Edinburgh Airport | 18h50 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
BA8701+ BA680 | 06:40 Edinburgh Airport | 15h30 | 22:10 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL924+ KL3106 | 09:20 Edinburgh Airport | 11h55 | 21:15 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
KL924+ KL2009 · KL2352 | 09:20 Edinburgh Airport | 15h30 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 2 changes | |
KL924+ KL3102 | 09:20 Edinburgh Airport | 9h00 | 18:20 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
KL924 · KL1959 | 09:20 Edinburgh Airport | 4h35 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
BA8713+ BA680 | 09:30 Edinburgh Airport | 12h40 | 22:10 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Istanbul flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Istanbul by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul generally leave from Edinburgh Airport and arrive in Istanbul Airport.
Edinburgh Airport is 13.5 km away from Edinburgh city centre and Istanbul Airport is 44.2 km from Istanbul city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Istanbul
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and World Duty Free.
- Short-term parking near the terminal, approximately 5.4€ (£4.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including Aspire and No1 Lounge.
- Located in the main terminal, near baggage claim.
- Bus: Airlink 100, Skylink 200, Skylink 300
- Tram: Edinburgh Trams
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including duty-free shops and brands like Hugo Boss and Victoria's Secret.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 0.73€ (21 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Turkish Airlines Lounge, offering food, drinks, and relaxation areas.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- H-2
- IST-1
- IST-2
- IST-3
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops located in duty-free area, including D&R and Turkish Delight.
- Parking available, located near terminal, approximately 0.18€ (5 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including ISG Lounge with food and shower facilities.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Buses: E10, E11, SG-2
- Metro: M4
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