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November 18 - November 26

Cheapest

SAW - Edinburgh

$172

$181

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November 18 - November 23

Cheapest

SAW - Edinburgh

$179

$181

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November 15 - November 19

Cheapest

SAW - Edinburgh

$181

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November 18 - November 22

SAW - Edinburgh

$181

$182

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November 20 - November 22

SAW - Edinburgh

$181

$182

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November 11 - November 19

Earliest

SAW - Edinburgh

$173

$182

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November 27 - November 30

Best

SAW - Edinburgh

$190

$184

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November 16 - November 19

SAW - Edinburgh

$181

$185

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November 14 - November 17

SAW - Edinburgh

$181

$185

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November 16 - November 22

SAW - Edinburgh

$175

$185

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Insights for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

The journey from Istanbul to Edinburgh covers a distance of 2893 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a travel experience that balances distance with typical flight durations and service options.

For those seeking cheap flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh, fares typically range from $145–$210, with a median price of $177. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 28% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating a moderate frequency of competitive offers.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh, March stands out with a median fare of $136. April also offers attractive pricing, with a median of $147, followed by December at a median of $155. These months generally present more budget-friendly options for this route.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Edinburgh takes approximately 8h 25m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. Only 21.2% of recent fares were for direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh, so planning for a layover is common.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Regular price: $143 - $369

Prices for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $143 and $369. The current lowest deal is $181 with Pegasus Airlines, for travel from Nov 18 to Nov 26.

now $181

Low $143

High $369

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh is March, with a median price of $136. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $297. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $136

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $297

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Pegasus Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$392

$243

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Valuair

$360

$250

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$390

$252

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$344

$268

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$390

$235

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$392

$256

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

4 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 23

$390 → $235

40%

3 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 23

$392 → $240

39%

2 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 23

$396 → $245

38%

3 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 21

$392 → $243

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Istanbul - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Istanbul to Edinburgh are near the typical level, with a median price of $177.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh, with a median price of $136.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 8h 25m

The median flight time from Istanbul to Edinburgh is 8 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 78.8% of deals, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Pegasus Airlines has offered direct flights on this route, with 1 direct deal found.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for this route appear frequently, with an average of 0.67 deals per day.

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport offers a budget-friendly option for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$177

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Istanbul Airport is a major hub for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$193

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$177

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport is a major international hub with a similar route network to Edinburgh, making it a practical alternative.

📍 ~60 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~$168

Newcastle (NCL)

Newcastle Airport offers a wide range of international and charter flights, providing a reliable alternative for travelers.

📍 ~140 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$233

Aberdeen (ABZ)

Aberdeen Airport is a significant regional hub with strong connections to European business centers.

📍 ~150 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$302

Glasgow Prestwick (PIK)

Glasgow Prestwick Airport specializes in low-cost carrier routes and often has cheaper parking.

📍 ~95 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$365

Dundee (DND)

Dundee Airport is geographically close to Edinburgh and offers quick check-in due to its small size.

📍 ~60 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$457

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

46% AI deal score

$1,987

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Historically, the optimal time to purchase flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh has been within 0-6 days of departure, with an average price of $167. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees a slightly higher average price of $175. Prices tend to increase for bookings made further in advance, such as 14-27 days out, where the average price was $225. For travelers planning ahead, prices for bookings 60+ days out averaged $192.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh has been $145 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $177. Approximately 25% of all observed prices were at or below $145. Travelers should aim for prices around or below this threshold to secure a good deal.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh, with a median price of $136. April also offered competitive prices, with a median of $147. While December appeared in the top three cheapest months with a median of $155, it was also identified as the most expensive month, suggesting price variability within that period. The annual median price for this route was $177.

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Insights for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Edinburgh

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Istanbul - Edinburgh route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

March is historically the cheapest month

Median flight time is 8h 25m

Connecting flights are dominant

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Istanbul main airports to depart from

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Edinburgh

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