Cheap Flights from Edinburgh to Istanbul Starting at $56

The Edinburgh — Istanbul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 9 in total, including Pegasus Airlines, EasyJet, Skyview Airways Company Limiteddba Skyview, Jet2.com, Ryanair, Sun Express, Air Malta, Norwegian Air International, and Norwegian Air Shuttle. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $56. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is Scotland’s main international gateway and typically serves a mix of full-service carriers and low-cost airlines, making it a practical choice for both business and leisure travelers. Located about 10 km (6 miles) west of the city centre, it can be reached by tram in roughly 30–40 minutes, by Airlink express bus in about 25–30 minutes, or by taxi in 20–30 minutes depending on traffic; fares for public transport generally range from modest single-ticket prices to mid-range taxi fares. The airport is usually seen as offering a balance of convenience and efficiency with modern terminals and decent retail options, though peak times can mean queues and limited nearby budget accommodation.

Istanbul has two main passenger airports serving different needs. Istanbul Airport (IST) functions as Turkey’s primary international hub and is typically used by full-service carriers and many long-haul flights; it can be perceived as mid-to-premium priced compared with budget options. Located about 35–50 km northwest of the historic center, it’s reachable by taxi (roughly 35–60 minutes depending on traffic, fares vary widely), Airport Shuttle buses and Havaist express coaches (around 40–70 minutes, fares typically in the low single digits to low tens of euros), and the expanding metro network. Pros: modern facilities, extensive international connections and good transfer options; cons: distance from central districts and potentially long security/transfer walks. Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) is Istanbul’s main low-cost and secondary international gateway, commonly used by budget and regional carriers and often seen as a more economical choice for point-to-point travelers. It lies on the city’s Asian side, roughly 35–45 km from central Sultanahmet or Taksim, with travel times similar to IST depending on traffic. Ground options include taxis (about 40–70 minutes), Havatas/Havaist coaches and municipal buses (60–90 minutes, modest fares), and a growing metro link that shortens some journeys. Pros: generally lower fares and convenient for Asia-side travelers; cons: fewer long-haul connections and can be farther from some tourist areas.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Edinburgh to Istanbul is $73 (November 2025), while the maximum is $262 (July 2026). On average, a ticket costs $112–$187.