Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to London flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Istanbul to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Istanbul and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 123 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Istanbul to London?

Wizz Air, British Airways, and Pegasus Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to London

How many flights depart from Istanbul Airport to London on average per day?

As of January 2026, 35 flights take off from Istanbul Airport and land in London each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 15:00, with 42% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Istanbul Airport to London on average per week?

The number of flights available between Istanbul Airport and London is 245 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 25% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to London flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

Prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to London were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Istanbul Airport to London.

How old do you have to be to fly from Istanbul Airport to London?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Istanbul Airport to London.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

The required travel and health documents for your London trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at London. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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31 Jan

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IST08:15Istanbul

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to London from Istanbul Airport during January instead. Flights to London in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $112.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $181. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Istanbul Airport to London for around $817.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London?

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as $285. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to London is in the morning when prices are around $817.

What is the cheapest Istanbul to London flight route?

Fly from Istanbul to London Luton for the best Istanbul - London flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from Istanbul Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around $445 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from Istanbul Airport for as low as $345 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Istanbul to London flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Istanbul to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Istanbul Airport to London flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Istanbul Airport to London.

How have Istanbul Airport to London flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Istanbul Airport to London flights are approximately 16% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Istanbul Airport to London

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Istanbul Airport to London according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Best price found	$124
Fastest flight time	4h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in London	6 airports

The best one-way flight to London from Istanbul Airport in the past 72 hours is $124. The best return flight deal from Istanbul Airport to London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $181.

The fastest flight from Istanbul Airport to London takes 4h 05m

Direct flights go from Istanbul Airport to London every day.

There are 6 airports in London. From Istanbul Airport there are direct flights to London Heathrow (LHR), London Stansted (STN), London Gatwick (LGW).

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How far is Istanbul to London by plane?
The straight-line distance from Istanbul to London is 2464.8 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 4h 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to London?
Prices for flights from Istanbul Airport to London were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Istanbul Airport to London?
As of January 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Istanbul Airport to London.
How old do you have to be to fly from Istanbul Airport to London?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Istanbul Airport to London.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?
The required travel and health documents for your London trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at London. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Istanbul Airport to London?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Istanbul Airport to London is Airbus A321neo (32.74% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321-100/200 (13.87%), Boeing 777-300ER (9.19%), and Airbus A320neo (7.56%).
What is the most popular airline from Istanbul Airport to London?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Istanbul Airport to London is Pegasus Airlines (100% of total bookings).

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Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $347	Free cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,145 reviews		Search Turkish Airlines flights

Turkish Airlines Flights From Istanbul Airport to London
Turkish Airlines operates around 26 flights from Istanbul Airport to London every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $431, but momondo users have found Turkish Airlines deals from Istanbul Airport to London from as low as $347 round-trip. Turkish Airlines has been scored 7.3/10 in 4,149 reviews.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to London from Istanbul Airport during January instead. Flights to London in January, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $112.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $181. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Istanbul Airport to London for around $817.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London?

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as $285. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to London is in the morning when prices are around $817.

What is the cheapest Istanbul to London flight route?

Fly from Istanbul to London Luton for the best Istanbul - London flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on Istanbul to London flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Istanbul to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Istanbul Airport to London flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Istanbul Airport to London.

How have Istanbul Airport to London flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Istanbul Airport to London flights are approximately 16% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Istanbul to London?

Wizz Air, British Airways, and Pegasus Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to London

How often are flights from Istanbul to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Istanbul and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to London flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to London flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 14% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Istanbul Airport to London on average per day?

As of January 2026, 35 flights take off from Istanbul Airport and land in London each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 15:00, with 42% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Istanbul Airport to London on average per week?

The number of flights available between Istanbul Airport and London is 245 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 25% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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