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Flights from Ingliston, Edinburgh to Istanbul

Flying time from Ingliston, Edinburgh (EDI) to Istanbul (IST) is about 4h 2m (2,829 km). Lowest fare seen: $88 one-way, 1 stop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Ingliston, Edinburgh to Istanbul

We have not confirmed which airlines fly EDI–IST nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.

Ingliston, Edinburgh to Istanbul fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Jan 2027, from $79 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $76. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$10729 Oct 2026$99 · 1 stop28 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$10417 Nov 2026$76 · 1 stop14 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$1032 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$7920 Jan 2027—
Feb 2027$11526 Feb 2027—
Mar 2027$1145 Mar 2027—
Apr 2027$8022 Apr 2027—
May 2027$896 May 2027—
Jun 2027$23218 Jun 2027 · Turkish Airlines$178 · 1 stop18 Jun 2027
Aug 2027$16525 Aug 2027$145 · 1 stop25 Aug 2027
Sept 2027$12924 Sept 2027—
Oct 2027$1661 Oct 2027$163 · 1 stop1 Oct 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $76 for November 2026, $79 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Ingliston, Edinburgh to Istanbul, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Istanbul

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Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Ingliston, Edinburgh to Istanbul flights

How long is the flight from Ingliston, Edinburgh to Istanbul?
Ingliston, Edinburgh (EDI) and Istanbul (IST) are 2,829 km apart, about 4h 2m of flying time. We have not seen a nonstop fare on this pair, so expect to connect — the cheapest itinerary seen had 1 stop, which adds to the total journey time.
How far is Ingliston, Edinburgh from Istanbul by air?
The great-circle distance between Edinburgh Airport and İstanbul Airport is 2,829 km (1,758 miles), a medium-haul route.
How much does a flight from Ingliston, Edinburgh to Istanbul cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on EDI–IST was $88 USD with Ryanair (1 stop), departing 22 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Ingliston, Edinburgh to Istanbul?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $76 one-way, against $178 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Ingliston, Edinburgh to Turkey?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Turkey visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Istanbul?
Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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