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Cheapest return fare
£115
Typical prices: £97-£237
Wizz Air, Wizz Air
Tue 13/10Fri 16/10
LGW - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£115
Typical prices: £106-£164
Ajet
Sun 27/9Wed 30/9
STN - SAW • Direct
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You can fly direct with Ajet, British Airways, and others. Average duration is 3h 51m
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 11% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from London to Istanbul (LON-IST)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to Istanbul

Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 - 22:45LGW  London Gatwick-IST Istanbul
9h 35m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:10 - 22:20IST  Istanbul-LGW London Gatwick
4h 10mdirect
£115Multiple Airlines
Thu, 1 Oct - Sun, 4 Oct
Ajet Logo
16:05 - 21:55STN  London Stansted-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 50mdirect
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19:50 - 21:55SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-STN London Stansted
4h 05mdirect
£115Ajet
Wed, 30 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
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07:05 - 13:10LTN  London Luton-IST Istanbul
4h 05mdirect
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13:50 - 15:55IST  Istanbul-LTN London Luton
4h 05mdirect
£115Wizz Air
Fri, 9 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
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22:30 - 16:15STN  London Stansted-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
15h 45m1 stop Milas–Bodrum
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09:10 - 11:10SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-STN London Stansted
4h 00mdirect
£115Multiple Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct
Ajet Logo
23:00 - 05:00STN  London Stansted-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
4h 00mdirect
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08:45 - 10:50SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-STN London Stansted
4h 05mdirect
£115Ajet
Sat, 3 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
Wizz Air Logo
13:35 - 19:25LGW  London Gatwick-IST Istanbul
3h 50mdirect
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20:10 - 22:15IST  Istanbul-LGW London Gatwick
4h 05mdirect
£116Wizz Air
Wed, 4 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
Pegasus Airlines Logo
17:25 - 00:10STN  London Stansted-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 45mdirect
Pegasus Airlines Logo
07:25 - 08:25SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-STN London Stansted
4h 00mdirect
£116Pegasus Airlines
Sat, 19 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep
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15:20 - 21:15LGW  London Gatwick-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 55mdirect
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11:55 - 14:15SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LGW London Gatwick
4h 20mdirect
£117Pegasus Airlines
Thu, 28 Jan - Mon, 1 Feb
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17:30 - 00:25LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
3h 55mdirect
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08:25 - 09:50IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
4h 25mdirect
£123British Airways
Sun, 15 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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18:15 - 01:10LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
3h 55mdirect
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18:45 - 19:55IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
4h 10mdirect
£131British Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for London to Istanbul flights

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

How much is a return flight from London to Istanbul?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Istanbul from London usually cost between £96 and £162 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £115 on Wizz Air (30 Sept–3 Oct).

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul flight route?

The cheapest return flight from London to Istanbul costs £96 on the route between London Luton Airport (LTN) and Istanbul Airport (IST). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 40% cheaper than other London-Istanbul routes. The most popular route is between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Istanbul Airport (IST).

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

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

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

The cheapest month for flights from London to Istanbul is November, where tickets cost £117 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £276 and £276 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Istanbul, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 11% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from London to Istanbul

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on Pegasus Airlines and British Airways

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.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Turkish Airlines

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.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Istanbul

Cheapest flight

£58
Flight from London Luton Airport to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from London to Istanbul

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FAQs for booking flights from London to Istanbul

  • Are there on-site hotels at the airports in Istanbul?

    IST airport offers sleeping pods that can be rented as well as an on-site hotel, with rooms both landside and airside. At SAW Airport you can also find services offered by Kepler, which includes a private lounge with sleeping pods to rent per hour or for the day.

  • How do I get from the airport to central Istanbul via public transport?

    From New Istanbul Airport, you can catch the HAVAIST shuttle bus. For example, to get to the central district of Taksim you can catch the HVIST-14 bus with a duration of 90min and a price of ₺30 (roughly £2.60). To get from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Taksim, you can catch the HAVABUS which costs ₺18 (roughly £1.60).

  • Are there any showers at the Istanbul airport?

    To freshen up after your long day of traveling, use one of the shower facilities in Istanbul Airport. It’s possible to find showers at the IGA Lounge, The Ambassador Spa & Beauty Salon, and the YOTEL Hotel.

  • What amenities and facilities does Istanbul Airport offer for travelers with children?

    Those that will be traveling with children can take advantage of a few facilities in Istanbul Airport, including baby care rooms that have changing tables and comfortable seating for parents to nurse privately. There is also a children’s play area in the main terminal that is convenient for allowing little ones to burn off some steam after a long day of traveling.

  • Are there hotels at London airports (LON)?

    Before you fly from LON Airports, you can stay at airport accommodation so you’re not in a rush for your flight. For instance, at Heathrow, there is the Hilton Garden Inn near Terminal 2, at Stansted the Holiday Inn Express and at Gatwick the Sofitel in the North Terminal. These hotels are close by to the airport which makes them very convenient for early morning flights.

  • Can I exchange my currency at Istanbul Airports?

    If you need to change your Pound Sterling to Turkish Lira, you can do so once you land. At IST Airport, there is an Arti Doviz A.S Currency Exchange on the International Arrivals floors before you pass through customs. Whilst at SAW Airport there is an AK Bank in the Arrivals Hall of the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Istanbul?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Istanbul was £58 for a one-way ticket and £115 for a return.

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

    When flying out of London you will be using one of these airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, or London Stansted. You will be landing at one of these airports: Istanbul or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen.

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Istanbul?

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

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

    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 London to Istanbul.

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

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

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

    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 Istanbul with an airline and back to London with another airline.

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

    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 Istanbul from London 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 London to Istanbul

  • Only three of the five airports serving the greater London metropolitan area offer direct flights from London to Istanbul: London Stansted Airport (STN), London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Flights from London City Airport (LCY) require a stop at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) en route to Istanbul.
  • All London area airports offer various parking options if you intend to park and fly. There are short-, mid- and long-stay car parks available depending the length of your trip, all of which include spaces for Blue Badge holders as well as valet and business parking if you prefer premium service.
  • Enjoy the hospitality and comfort of the Escape Lounge at London Stansted Airport if you’ve got some time to kill before your flight. You can make an advance reservation for a small fee or pay in person and enjoy a complimentary food and beverage menu in addition to free Wi-Fi and electronic charging points amid a relaxed ambience.
  • Taking advantage of the Fast Track option at London Heathrow Airport is a great idea for families travelling with small children to avoid long queues at security checkpoints. Other family-friendly services at this location include designated play areas at Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5, complimentary meals for children, and baby-changing facilities for your convenience.
  • From the parking lot to the boarding gate London Heathrow offers a range of amenities to persons with visible and invisible disabilities. Blue Badge parking spaces are available at each terminal, as are accessible-friendly bathrooms. Designated agents are on hand to meet and guide you safely through security checkpoints to your boarding gate. Please make any arrangements for mobility assistance aids with your airline when booking your reservation.
  • When you find cheap flights from London to Istanbul can exchange you currency before take-off. At Stansted Airport (STN), there is a Travelex located in the Departures Hall near the entrance. In Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Heathrow Airport (LHR), there are also Travelex bureaus which are located just before security control.
  • You can get to London Airports (LON) easily when you find cheap tickets from London to Istanbul. To get to Heathrow, you can take the Heathrow Express from Paddington Train Station, which takes about 15 minutes. To go to Stansted, there is the Stansted Express from Liverpool St. Station, which takes around 45 minutes. Whereas the Gatwick Express to Gatwick departs from Victoria Train Station and takes approximately 30 minutes.
  • When you get to Istanbul Airports, you can go to nearby places easily. For example, if you land at Istanbul Airport (IST) you can drive to Balaban in about 16 minutes, Corlu in around 1 hour and Tekirdag in approximately 1h 20min. Whereas if you fly to Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) you can to go Gebze in about 27 minutes by car and Golcuk in around 1 hour.

Prefer to fly direct from London to Istanbul?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from London to Istanbul, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London to Istanbul

Monday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Tuesday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Wednesday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Thursday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Friday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Saturday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Sunday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

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Direct returns

Istanbul to London

Monday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Tuesday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Wednesday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Thursday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Friday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Saturday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

Sunday

Ajet,British Airways,Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet,British Airways, +3 more

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