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£54 Find Cheap Flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Istanbul to Heathrow departing on 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to London, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Heathrow (IST-LHR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Istanbul to Heathrow that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to Heathrow

Mon, 24 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec
British Airways Logo
15:15 - 16:40IST-LHR
4h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
17:55 - 00:50LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
£149British Airways
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Wed, 10 Dec - Sun, 11 Jan
British Airways Logo
18:45 - 20:00IST-LHR
4h 15mdirect
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18:15 - 01:10LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
£150British Airways
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Fri, 6 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
British Airways Logo
14:55 - 16:20IST-LHR
4h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
06:55 - 13:50LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
£151British Airways
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Tue, 20 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:50 - 08:00IST-LHR
6h 10m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:05 - 16:55LHR-IST
20h 50m1 stop
£157Multiple Airlines
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Sun, 1 Feb - Fri, 6 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:50 - 08:00IST-LHR
6h 10m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 16:55LHR-IST
7h 25m1 stop
£157Multiple Airlines
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Thu, 27 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov
KLM Logo
17:55 - 20:50IST-LHR
5h 55m1 stop
KLM Logo
06:30 - 16:55LHR-IST
7h 25m1 stop
£161KLM
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Thu, 20 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
KLM Logo
17:55 - 20:50IST-LHR
5h 55m1 stop
KLM Logo
06:30 - 16:55LHR-IST
7h 25m1 stop
£162KLM
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Sat, 8 Nov - Mon, 26 Jan
LOT Logo
07:50 - 17:20IST-LHR
12h 30m1 stop
LOT Logo
10:25 - 17:35LHR-IST
28h 10m1 stop
£169LOT
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Sat, 8 Nov - Sat, 6 Dec
LOT Logo
07:50 - 17:20IST-LHR
12h 30m1 stop
LOT Logo
18:20 - 14:00LHR-IST
16h 40m1 stop
£171LOT
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Thu, 20 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
13:50 - 14:55IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
22:35 - 05:25LHR-IST
3h 50mdirect
£185Turkish Airlines
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Everything you should know

Our travellers' advice
AI-generated summary based on content written by travel experts and KAYAK users
BA's Euro Traveller fares include a cabin bag.
Bring your own headphones for better audio quality.
Expert advice
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British Airways
Cheapest • from £149 (return)
Turkish Airlines
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 27% price drop
June
Most popular
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Cheapest return fare
£149
Overall average: £206
British Airways
Mon 24/11Mon 1/12
IST - LHR • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£54
Typical prices: £86-£186
British Airways
Sun 15/2
IST - LHR • Direct
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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Heathrow flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Heathrow to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to London Heathrow Airport on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Istanbul Airport, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport is March, where tickets cost £163 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £295 and £293 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £156 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Heathrow

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
British Airways

BA's premium economy offers 18 cm extra legroom, ideal for comfort on longer flights.


BA's Euro Traveller fares include a cabin bag, avoiding surprise fees unlike budget carriers.

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines offers free Wi-Fi up to 1GB in Business Class, enhancing connectivity.


Turkish Airlines' onboard chefs ensure high-quality meals in Business Class, enhancing the dining experience.

Airports
IST

Expect lengthy waits at security during busy times. Arrive early to navigate the large terminal efficiently.

Read more about ISTby Jenna Scatena
LHR

The Heathrow Express takes you to London Paddington in 15 minutes. Buy tickets in advance for the best rate.

Read more about LHRby Kirstie Pickering
Our travel experts
Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Turkish Airlines

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Kirstie Pickering

Kirstie Pickering

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Kirstie Pickering

Kirstie Pickering

Aviation and business journalist Kirstie didn’t leave England until she was 18 years old, but has since travelled to over 20 countries including Japan, Canada, and Iceland. Her travel expertise lies in European city breaks, including how to find the best locally-owned hotels and restaurants and how to optimise the airport experience for your needs.

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Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

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Jenna Scatena

Jenna Scatena

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight£54
Best time to beat the crowds (24% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to Heathrow

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Heathrow based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Istanbul to Heathrow: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Istanbul to Heathrow 
EmreFlew with Turkish AirlinesSept 2024
Do not book the flights to Heathrow as they are star allience joint flights there are a lot of issues with the check-in and transfer documents are not checked in Turkey so there is a huge wait time problem during the border control due to this. It takes approximately 15 minutes for someone to go through checks because of this and if you are back at the que after the flight this issue costs you 2 hours wait time at the airport.
KFlew with Turkish AirlinesMar 2024
Old entertainment and bad quality headphones, couldn't hear anything. Take your flight headphone to enjoy movies

FAQs for booking Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport was £54 for a one-way ticket and £149 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Istanbul Airport airport is called Istanbul and the only airport in London Heathrow Airport is London Heathrow.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Istanbul Airport and London Heathrow Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    There are direct flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to London, Turkish Airlines or British Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to London are Turkish Airlines and British Airways. With an average price for the route of £265 and an overall rating of 7.3, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. British Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £179 and an overall rating of 6.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London Heathrow Airport from Istanbul Airport is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to London Heathrow Airport with an airline and back to Istanbul Airport with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to London Heathrow Airport from Istanbul Airport up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £102 or less one-way and £209 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to London Heathrow.
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to London Heathrow

Monday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Thursday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Friday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Saturday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Sunday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

London Heathrow to Istanbul

Monday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Thursday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Friday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Saturday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

Sunday

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

British Airways, Turkish Airlines

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Istanbul to Heathrow

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to London. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Heathrow? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4031 reviews
7.3Boarding
7.4Entertainment
7.7Crew
7.3Comfort
7.4Food
Airline reviews

Food is very turkish. No regard for other natinalities taste and preference. The entertainment can be improved- it was the same menu on 10/8/25 and 10/25/25. The boarding is the worst in the airline industry- I suggest you ask your staff to and watch how other airlines do it.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Oct 2025IST - ORD
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Food is very turkish. No regard for other natinalities taste and preference. The entertainment can be improved- it was the same menu on 10/8/25 and 10/25/25. The boarding is the worst in the airline industry- I suggest you ask your staff to and watch how other airlines do it.

The best airline for international travel in terms of value you get in business class (service/cost)

I liked the overall flight experience. However, Turkish officials could do a better job at guiding non-Turkish speakers to their connecting flight gates in such a huge & vast airport.

The food and drinks were below the normal standard we expect from Turkish Airlines. On a 4 hour flight we received 1 drinks service and 1 food service, the latter was a cheese omlete, which is well below what we have received in the past, such a shame we always recommend this airline..

Very small and cramped aisles and seats. Food was poor but the fresh hot roll and hummus was good. No cans of soda given but they had small bottles of water. Crew was nice and pleasant and kept bathroom clean.

The only hiccup was a change of plane and the resulting delayed departure, otherwise everything was more than OK.

I had a bad experience with the Airline company. I still did not get one of my baggages. I went several times at the Airport looking for the missing luggage.

It was pleasant except for the boarding at Istanbul and long wait for the wheel chair almost missed the flight Itambul to Dubai

The prices and many to choose from: Very unfriendly unprofessional and difficult staff and lacked English skills. Had the pleasure to go to Istanbul in 2022 but went on Jordan Airlines and found Turkey a wonderful place with kind people. The experience as a first time flyer on Turkish Airlines was so disappointing that received not to go into Turkey was so upset about this cruel treatment

We couldn’t fly to Chicago on our booked flight. The flight was overbooked.

Flying on the Boeing 787 from Seattle to London was everything that I expected. Every thing was great.

Seat pitch is not enough to eat comfortably. When seat in front is reclined, your screen comes closer to your face. Ryanair seats are actually more comfortable.

Overall, it was basically good. No serious complaints on my end.

The leg from Portland to Heathrow was great for a business class ticket. The BA leg from Heathrow to Lisbon was terrible. Basically coach seating with an empty seat between you and next passenger. Absolutely no leg room. Should not have been charged for business class and it was a 3 hour flight.

The aircraft was okay and the crew were friendly, but the seat space felt too tight and the food could be better. Overall, nice service but room for improvement.

The flat beds. Other than that, the place was not clean.

It is a wonderful airline. The cabin crews were friendly and the food as well as the service the were excellent.

Good but could be better for comfort and entertainment aspect

Overall it was not a pleasant experience, I was given the middle seat even though I asked for a change they didn’t honor

No WiFi working on either flight. No leg room at all, the seat in front of me left dents in my knees. If I put the tray down, it was so low it was propped up by my knees. (I’m only 182.9 cm) I’m usually cool on planes, but the planes were both hot during taxi and take-off.

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