Flying from Glasgow to Istanbul: what you need to know
Glasgow is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Glasgow to Istanbul flying out of Glasgow International Airport (GLA) or Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
When working out where to land in Istanbul, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the primary hubs.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. But before booking your cheap flight from Glasgow to Istanbul, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may require some documentation if your trip is for business or other reasons.
Flying from Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Glasgow International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 33 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Glasgow International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Glasgow to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul, here's where you can stop when leaving from Glasgow International Airport:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
With public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 53 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 38 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul:
Arriving in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 50 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Following your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul, allow for a drive time of approximately 57 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul:
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Istanbul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Istanbul is ₹ 7,407. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 15,408. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from Glasgow to Istanbul. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul. August is the most popular month to travel to Istanbul. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul for August if you'd like to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Istanbul to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Glasgow to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Istanbul, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
Discover our lineup of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Glasgow to Istanbul. Whether you're after an economy ride, a standard vehicle or something with all the extras, you can compare companies in one go to find the perfect deal.
