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 means that a significant portion of routes involved at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Birmingham to Istanbul?

The typical direct flight from Birmingham to Istanbul has a median duration of 3 hours and 50 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 8 hours and 45 minutes. The air distance between the two cities is approximately 2604 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when choosing their flight options.

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

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul is recommended. Historically, this route has frequently seen price fluctuations that could benefit from monitoring. Over the trailing 30 days, deals on this route were classified as frequent, suggesting that opportunities for savings arise regularly. An alert can help you capture a good fare when it becomes available.

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2027-01-17 – 2027-01-20
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£152
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Birmingham to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

Fares for cheap flights from Birmingham to Istanbul typically range from $178–$435, with a median of $235. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 25% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul, the data shows that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $143. Following closely are August, with a median of $162, and April, with a median of $166.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 30.3% of recent fares being direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul. For connecting itineraries, travelers typically encounter 2 stopovers.

A typical journey from Birmingham to Istanbul, including connections, takes about 3h 50m. This duration reflects the overall travel time for most itineraries on this route.

The distance between Birmingham and Istanbul is 2604 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Istanbul

Regular price: £121 - £301

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

Regularly, flights from Birmingham to Istanbul range from 121 GBP to 301 GBP. The current lowest deal is 132 GBP with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Jan 17-Jan 20.

now £132

Low £121

High £301

The cheapest time to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from BHX to IST 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

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

TUI Airways

£320

£224

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

Ryanair

£417

£270

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£424

£272

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (IST)

Lufthansa

£439

£285

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

easyJet UK

£386

£239

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (IST)

Lufthansa

£409

£271

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

£439 → £285

35%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

£424 → £272

36%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

£386 → £239

38%

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

£417 → £270

35%

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 $132.

📅 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 take 3h 50m

A direct flight from Birmingham to Istanbul typically takes 3 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

About 30% of recent deals are for direct flights; connecting flights are more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Pegasus Airlines has offered direct flights from Birmingham to Istanbul recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Deals for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Birmingham main airports to depart from

Birmingham (BHX)

Cheapest

Birmingham Airport offers flights to Istanbul, serving as a convenient departure point for travelers.

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

💸 Flights from ~£130

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£130

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Consider Adnan Menderes for its high flight frequency and excellent connectivity, despite the travel distance.

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

💸 Flights from ~£156

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

84% AI deal score

$1,436

$950

Save $486

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the best time to book flights from Birmingham to Istanbul is typically 60+ days before departure. During the trailing quarter, prices for flights booked within 6 days of travel averaged $364. By contrast, booking 60+ days out typically resulted in an average price of $194, representing a significant saving. Prices generally decrease as the booking window expands, with flights booked 28-59 days out averaging $198.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Birmingham to Istanbul was considered to be $178 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $235. Fares above $435 were in the higher price range. These figures are based on pricing data from the trailing 90 days.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul have included February, with a median price of $143, and August, with a median price of $162. April also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $166. The annual median price for this route, based on a 270-day window, was $235, indicating that these months offered prices below the yearly average.

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Birmingham to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Birmingham to Istanbul

A typical journey from Birmingham to Istanbul, including connections, takes about 3h 50m. This duration reflects the overall travel time for most itineraries on this route.

The distance between Birmingham and Istanbul is 2604 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Birmingham to Istanbul

Regular price: £121 - £301

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

Regularly, flights from Birmingham to Istanbul range from 121 GBP to 301 GBP. The current lowest deal is 132 GBP with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Jan 17-Jan 20.

now £132

Low £121

High £301

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

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

TUI Airways

£320

£224

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

Ryanair

£417

£270

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

SunExpress

£424

£272

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (IST)

Lufthansa

£439

£285

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (SAW)

easyJet UK

£386

£239

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BHX - Istanbul

Birmingham (BHX) - Istanbul (IST)

Lufthansa

£409

£271

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

£439 → £285

35%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

£424 → £272

36%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

£386 → £239

38%

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

£417 → £270

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul