What percentage of Birmingham to Istanbul flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 30.3% of flights from Birmingham to Istanbul were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This suggests that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

How many hours is the flight from Birmingham to Istanbul?

The direct flight from Birmingham to Istanbul typically takes around 3 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of 2604 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 8 hours and 45 minutes. This difference highlights the time-saving benefit of direct routes when available.

Should I set a price alert for Birmingham to Istanbul flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul have been frequent. This suggests that price alerts can be a useful tool for travelers looking to secure a favorable fare. Over a 30-day period, this route has consistently shown opportunities for price fluctuations, making it beneficial to monitor prices.

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Birmingham to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

Fares for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul typically range from $178 to $435, with a median price of $235. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Birmingham to Istanbul are below the typical level. Approximately 25% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating a moderate frequency of competitive offers.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul, February stands out with a median fare of $143. Following closely, August offers a median fare of $162, and April presents a median of $166. These months generally provide more economical options for travelers.

A typical journey from Birmingham to Istanbul takes about 3h 50m for direct flights. However, most itineraries connect at least once, with connecting flights having a median duration of 11h 0m. This means that while a non-stop flight is under four hours, you should plan for a significantly longer travel time if your itinerary includes connections.

The route from Birmingham to Istanbul covers a distance of 2604 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance is typical for journeys that span across different regions, often requiring several hours in the air. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Istanbul

Regular price: £149 - £427

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul typically range from 149 GBP to 427 GBP. The current lowest deal is 96 GBP with Jet2.com, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 23.

now £96

Low £149

High £427

The cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul is February, with a median price of $143. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $378. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from £143

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £378

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Birmingham to Istanbul

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (IST)

Jet2.com

£236

£150

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£271

£154

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£328

£156

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

Jet2.com

£270

£157

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

Jet2.com

£254

£160

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£323

£162

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

£321 → £143

55%

1 night

Sep 14 - Sep 15

£328 → £157

52%

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

£328 → £158

52%

2 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 16

£327 → £165

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul

Birmingham - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Birmingham to Istanbul are below the typical level at $178.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul, with a median price of $143.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 50m

Direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul typically take 3h 50m, while connecting flights average 11h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are more common, making up 69.7% of recent deals from Birmingham to Istanbul.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer direct flights

Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Birmingham to Istanbul are frequent, with new offers appearing often.

Birmingham main airports to depart from

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport offers direct flights to Istanbul, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

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

💸 Flights from ~£124

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport serves Istanbul and is often a more budget-friendly option for flights from Birmingham.

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

💸 Flights from ~£132

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes is a major international hub offering excellent connectivity, but it requires significant travel from Istanbul.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (reachable by domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~£109

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Istanbul, Turkey

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$1,495

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Istanbul, Turkey

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$1,527

$890

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Istanbul, Turkey

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$1,411

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Birmingham to Istanbul is typically 60+ days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $194. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $364. For those planning ahead, booking at least 28-59 days in advance also offers a more favorable average price of $198.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Birmingham to Istanbul has historically been around $178. This threshold represents the lower end of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route was $235, indicating that prices can vary considerably. Fares above $435 are typically on the higher end of the spectrum.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul, with a median price of $143. August and April also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $162 and $166 respectively. The annual median price for this route, based on a 270-day window, was $235, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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Birmingham to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Istanbul

Regular price: £149 - £427

Prices are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul typically range from 149 GBP to 427 GBP. The current lowest deal is 96 GBP with Jet2.com, for travel from Nov 4-Nov 23.

now £96

Low £149

High £427

The cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul

February

Cheapest

Flights from £143

August

Most Expensive

Flights from £378

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

Pegasus Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Birmingham to Istanbul

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (IST)

Jet2.com

£236

£150

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£271

£154

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£328

£156

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

Jet2.com

£270

£157

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

Jet2.com

£254

£160

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£323

£162

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

£321 → £143

55%

1 night

Sep 14 - Sep 15

£328 → £157

52%

1 night

Sep 15 - Sep 16

£328 → £158

52%

2 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 16

£327 → £165

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul

Birmingham - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Birmingham to Istanbul are below the typical level at $178.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul, with a median price of $143.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 50m

Direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul typically take 3h 50m, while connecting flights average 11h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are more common, making up 69.7% of recent deals from Birmingham to Istanbul.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer direct flights

Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Birmingham to Istanbul are frequent, with new offers appearing often.

Birmingham main airports to depart from

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport offers direct flights to Istanbul, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

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

💸 Flights from ~£124

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Cheapest

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport serves Istanbul and is often a more budget-friendly option for flights from Birmingham.

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

💸 Flights from ~£132

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes is a major international hub offering excellent connectivity, but it requires significant travel from Istanbul.

Istanbul, Turkey

87% AI deal score

$1,435

$853

Save $582

Air France

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

Today’s best flight deals from Birmingham to Istanbul

Birmingham to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul

Direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Birmingham to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul

Birmingham - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 3h 50m

Connecting flights are more common

Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Birmingham main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Oct 03

Oct 03

Oct 03

Feb 25

Oct 07

Sep 26

Oct 06

Mar 08

Oct 06

Oct 02

Oct 08

Oct 03

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

When is the best time to book flights from Birmingham to Istanbul?

What's a cheap fare from Birmingham to Istanbul?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul?

What percentage of Birmingham to Istanbul flights are direct?

How many hours is the flight from Birmingham to Istanbul?

Should I set a price alert for Birmingham to Istanbul flights?

Related routes

More routes from Birmingham

Flights to Istanbul from other cities

Birmingham to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul

Direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Birmingham to Istanbul

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

Popular Airports to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul

Birmingham - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights average 3h 50m

Connecting flights are more common

Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Birmingham main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Oct 03

Oct 03

Oct 03

Feb 25

Oct 07

Sep 26

Oct 06

Mar 08

Oct 06

Oct 02

Oct 08

Oct 03

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

When is the best time to book flights from Birmingham to Istanbul?

What's a cheap fare from Birmingham to Istanbul?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul?