Flights from Istanbul to Edinburgh

~2,829 km · ~4h 15m direct flight

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Passengers

About the Istanbul – Edinburgh route

Airports in Istanbul
  • İstanbul Airport (IST)
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)
Airports in Edinburgh
  • Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Distance
~2,829 km
Direct flight time
~4h 15m
Airlines on this route
British Airways, Lufthansa, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air France, Aegean Air, KLM, Deutsche Lufthansa, Emirates, Iberia, Türk Hava Yolları, Aegean Airlines

Prices change with the date and seats left: search above for live fares.

Istanbul to Edinburgh is about 2,829 km, and a direct flight would take around 4 hours 15 minutes. In our recent searches British Airways, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines and KLM have appeared on this route. A connecting flight takes a few hours longer but can bring the total price down noticeably; the search results show the layover and the total journey time, and the number of options usually grows in the summer season.

We search departures from Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) together, so you can pick the best flight from whichever airport is closer to you.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is about 13 km from the city centre and linked to it by tram. Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, the Palace of Holyroodhouse and Arthur's Seat are the city's landmarks. August, festival month, is the busiest time of year, when booking your stay early gives more choice.

You can add your UK hotel, a private transfer from the airport and city tours to your flight, and choose all four together on Build Your Trip for a package discount. Check the UK's entry and visa requirements before you travel. Your card is only charged once your ticket has been issued.

Hotels in Edinburgh

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Frequently asked questions

Is baggage included in the ticket?

Baggage allowance depends on the airline and the fare. Where the airline provides it, each flight shows its baggage allowance in the search results.

When is my ticket issued and when is my card charged?

When you book, we only place a hold on your card. We issue your ticket and only then charge the card. If the ticket cannot be issued, the hold is released.

How much are child and infant tickets?

Enter children (2–11) and infants (0–1) separately in the search; the price shown covers every passenger.

How long is the flight from Istanbul to Edinburgh?

A direct flight takes about 4h 15m (around 2,829 km). Flights with a connection take longer.