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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham Airport to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 924 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.786 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 786 €, select.
Istanbul.924 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 924 €, select.
Istanbul.961 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Breeze Airways and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 961 €, select.
Istanbul.962 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul, returning Wed, 5 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Birmingham on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 962 €, select.
Istanbul.975 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 975 €, select.
Istanbul.1.264 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Sun, 29 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.264 €, select.
Istanbul.1.296 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Birmingham on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.296 €, select.
Istanbul.1.299 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Dec, returning Wed, 16 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Birmingham on Sun, 13 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.299 €, select.
Istanbul.1.345 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Birmingham on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Birmingham.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.345 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Alternative Birmingham to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Birmingham to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
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Birmingham to Istanbul: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from Birmingham to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Istanbul is 786 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Birmingham to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from 786 €.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Birmingham to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Istanbul is usually August.
If you're flying from Birmingham Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from 786 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Istanbul on Tuesday, 4 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Birmingham Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is nine hours ahead of Birmingham, where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located.

  • For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your BHM to Istanbul flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from BHM to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Travelling from central Birmingham to BHM takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near BHM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:

  • When it comes to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Istanbul

  • 407 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is 786 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BHM to Istanbul if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Istanbul is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares across every month and snap up a fantastic deal.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from BHM to Istanbul.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Istanbul.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you have a late flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Istanbul. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:

  • Reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks before your flight from BHM to Istanbul can help you get the best possible rate.

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • The centre of Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.

  • Following your BHM to Istanbul flight, kick back at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

  • Lock in the best price by securing your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHM to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

  • After booking your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are top attractions which should feature on any good Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its popular sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you want to check out another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Birmingham to Istanbul

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