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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

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Flight deals from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Edinburgh.R 1,112 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 4 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,112, select.
Edinburgh.R 1,114 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,114, select.
Edinburgh.R 1,182 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,182, select.
Edinburgh.R 1,190 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 27 Jan, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,190, select.
Edinburgh.R 1,193 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 3 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,193, select.
Edinburgh.R 1,196 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 16 Dec, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,196, select.
Edinburgh.R 1,436 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,436, select.
Edinburgh.R 1,540 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 27 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,540, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Edinburgh flights are currently cheapest in February.
Nov
from R 1,540
Dec
from R 1,196
Jan
from R 1,190
Feb
from R 1,112
Mar
from R 1,193
Apr
from R 1,570
May
from R 1,436
Jun
from R 1,114
Jul
from R 1,182
Aug
from R 2,471
Sep
from R 1,657
Oct
from R 1,572

Direct flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Istanbul to Edinburgh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Edinburgh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Edinburgh.

Istanbul to Edinburgh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,112
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time4 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week35

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh is R 2,378. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Edinburgh.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and PIA fly direct from Istanbul to Edinburgh.
As of November 2024, there are 35 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Edinburgh.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Edinburgh is usually November 2024.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Edinburgh Airport on Friday, 17 January 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Edinburgh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Edinburgh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Edinburgh.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know

  • 4 hours 32 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Edinburgh is 3 hours behind Istanbul and operates on the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Edinburgh Airport start from 07:15 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The latest flight in the day is the 17:05 option with Turkish Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 14 services every week from IST to EDI.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Travelling to Edinburgh (and exploring more of United Kingdom!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

  • If you want to break up your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Edinburgh Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the IST - EDI route include:

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague

    • Brussels Airport

  • Before organising your cheap ticket from IST to EDI, check whether you need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're travelling to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • R 1,112 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Return flights start at R 2,378. These fares may change depending on availability.

  • Score cheap tickets from IST to EDI by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Edinburgh Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from IST to EDI is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Edinburgh Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Edinburgh Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh

  • From Edinburgh Airport, Edinburgh is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 31 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.

When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Edinburgh in February.

  • Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Edinburgh Airport for July if you want to visit Edinburgh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC and 20ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to EDI in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC then.

More about Edinburgh

  • Once you've locked in your flights from IST to EDI, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Edinburgh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are must-visits when exploring Edinburgh.

Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Edinburgh.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to Edinburgh

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.