Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

Direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the overall options. Historically, direct flights accounted for 6% of the available routes across the trailing 90 days. For flights with stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers seeking direct routes should plan accordingly, as they are less common.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

A direct flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh typically takes around 4 hours and 30 minutes. This duration is based on a median direct flight time of 270 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to approximately 9 hours and 40 minutes, or 580 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 2830 kilometers.

How often do Istanbul to Edinburgh flight prices drop?

Historically, prices for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh have shown regular fluctuations. This indicates that price drops are a consistent feature of this route. Travelers monitoring prices over the trailing 30 days would typically observe these regular price adjustments. This pattern suggests opportunities for securing better deals by tracking price movements.

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Istanbul to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh cover a distance of 2,830 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. Right now, fares for this route typically range from $321–$578, with a median price of $446. Current fares are above the typical level, and about 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route show up several times a week, suggesting a regular cadence of price changes.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh, the cheapest time to fly is generally March, with a median fare of $157. Other affordable months include December, where the median fare is $176, and January, with a median fare of $218. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 6% of recent fares being direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will most likely have at least one stop on your journey.

A typical journey from Istanbul to Edinburgh takes 4h 30m, including connections. For connecting itineraries, the median journey time is significantly longer, at 12h 35m, reflecting the time spent during layovers. Non-stop flights, when available, also have a flight time of 4h 30m.

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Regular price: $115 - $298

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

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh is between $115 and $298. The current lowest deal is $160 with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Mar 31-Apr 19.

now $160

Low $115

High $298

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 $157. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $563. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $157

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $563

Jan

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Pegasus Airlines

Lufthansa

Wizz Air

Wizz Air UK

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$275

$203

One-way

Wed, Nov 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$258

$198

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$287

$198

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$287

$203

One-way

Mon, Dec 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$139

$204

One-way

Wed, Dec 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$139

$204

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 13

$264 → $187

29%

4 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 14

$268 → $195

27%

3 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 10

$294 → $222

24%

3 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 13

$268 → $197

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Istanbul - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Istanbul to Edinburgh are above the typical level at $446.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh, with a median price of $157.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 30m

The typical direct flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh takes 4h 30m, while connecting flights average 12h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 94% of routes from Istanbul to Edinburgh, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Pegasus Airlines has 83 direct deals, making it a key airline for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available regularly

Deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh are available regularly, with 7% of recent fares considered good prices.

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.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$194

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is ideal for travelers flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, tram)

💸 Flights from ~$181

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport is a major international hub with a comparable route network to Edinburgh.

📍 ~70 km from Edinburgh (reachable by car, rail, or bus; travel time is approximately 1 to 1.5 hours).

💸 Flights from ~$194

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Dec 03

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Business Class

From IST

Elite

Dec 13

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

83% AI deal score

$1,367

$1,032

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Lufthansa

Business Class

From IST

Elite

Dec 16

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

83% AI deal score

$1,364

$1,035

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Lufthansa

Business Class

From IST

Elite

Nov 12

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

82% AI deal score

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Business Class

From IST

Elite

Dec 24

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

75% AI deal score

$1,340

$1,084

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Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From IST

Elite

Dec 12

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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$1,323

$1,084

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Iberia Airlines

Business Class

From IST

Elite

Dec 19

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

75% AI deal score

$1,336

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh is typically 60+ days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged around $419 during this booking window. In contrast, waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically results in a significantly higher average price of $680. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to substantial savings on this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh is considered to be $321 or less. The median price for this route was $446. Prices can go higher, with 75% of observed prices being $578 or less. Aiming for a price at or below $321 typically represents a favorable deal.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh, with a median price of $157. December also offered competitive prices, with a median of $176. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $446, indicating that certain months offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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Istanbul to Edinburgh: Overview

Insights for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

How much is a round trip from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Regular price: $115 - $298

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

The regular price range for flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh is between $115 and $298. The current lowest deal is $160 with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Mar 31-Apr 19.

now $160

Low $115

High $298

The cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh

March

Cheapest

Flights from $157

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $563

Jan

Mar

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Pegasus Airlines

Lufthansa

Wizz Air

Wizz Air UK

Last-minute flights going from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$275

$203

One-way

Wed, Nov 25

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$258

$198

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$287

$198

One-way

Wed, Dec 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$287

$203

One-way

Mon, Dec 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$139

$204

One-way

Wed, Dec 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SAW - Edinburgh

Istanbul (SAW) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Pegasus Airlines

$139

$204

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 13

$264 → $187

29%

4 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 14

$268 → $195

27%

3 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 10

$294 → $222

24%

3 nights

Nov 10 - Nov 13

$268 → $197

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Istanbul - Edinburgh route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Istanbul to Edinburgh are above the typical level at $446.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the best prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh, with a median price of $157.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 30m

The typical direct flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh takes 4h 30m, while connecting flights average 12h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 94% of routes from Istanbul to Edinburgh, typically with 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Pegasus Airlines has 83 direct deals, making it a key airline for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available regularly

Deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh are available regularly, with 7% of recent fares considered good prices.

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.

📍 ~30 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$194

Edinburgh main airports to arrive at

Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Cheapest

Edinburgh Airport is ideal for travelers flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car, bus, tram)

💸 Flights from ~$181

Airports nearby Edinburgh used as alternative

Glasgow (GLA)

Cheapest

Glasgow Airport is a major international hub with a comparable route network to Edinburgh.

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

75% AI deal score

$1,336

$1,084

Save $252

Iberia Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Today’s best flight deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Istanbul to Edinburgh: Overview

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 above the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Direct flights take 4h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Good prices are available regularly

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

Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

Dec 03

Dec 04

Dec 23

Dec 22

Dec 24

Dec 21

Dec 13

Dec 16

Nov 12

Dec 24

Dec 12

Dec 19

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

When should I buy Istanbul to Edinburgh tickets?

How much should a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh cost?

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

Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

How often do Istanbul to Edinburgh flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Istanbul

Flights to Edinburgh from other cities

Istanbul to Edinburgh: Overview

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 above the typical level

Fly in March for the best prices

Direct flights take 4h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Pegasus Airlines offers direct flights

Good prices are available regularly

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

Best Elite deals to Edinburgh

Dec 03

Dec 04

Dec 23

Dec 22

Dec 24

Dec 21

Dec 13

Dec 16

Nov 12

Dec 24

Dec 12

Dec 19

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Edinburgh

When should I buy Istanbul to Edinburgh tickets?

How much should a flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh cost?

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