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Cheap flights from London to Istanbul from $55

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Wizz Air Logo
21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
04:45 - 06:35IST-LGW
3h 50mdirect
$117Wizz Air
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Fri, 3 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
Wizz Air Logo
21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
04:45 - 06:35IST-LGW
3h 50mdirect
$120Wizz Air
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Fri, 3 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
Wizz Air Logo
21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
04:45 - 06:35IST-LGW
3h 50mdirect
$121Wizz Air
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Tue, 30 Sep - Tue, 7 Oct
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13:15 - 19:25LTN-IST
4h 10mdirect
Logo
09:10 - 15:45IST-LTN
8h 35m1 stop
$204
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Tue, 30 Sep - Tue, 7 Oct
Wizz Air Logo
16:25 - 08:30LTN-IST
14h 05m1 stop
Wizz Air Logo
09:10 - 15:45IST-LTN
8h 35m1 stop
$244Wizz Air
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Tue, 30 Sep - Tue, 7 Oct
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21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST
4h 00mdirect
Logo
21:20 - 08:40IST-LGW
13h 20m1 stop
$261
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Fri, 3 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
British Airways Logo
18:05 - 01:00LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
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07:35 - 09:05IST-LHR
4h 30mdirect
$319British Airways
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Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 26 Nov
British Airways Logo
07:00 - 13:55LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
18:40 - 19:55IST-LHR
4h 15mdirect
$321British Airways
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Fri, 5 Dec - Sat, 13 Dec
KLM Logo
17:10 - 01:20LHR-IST
6h 10m1 stop
KLM Logo
17:05 - 20:55IST-LHR
5h 50m1 stop
$342KLM
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Tue, 16 Sep - Tue, 30 Sep
KLM Logo
17:10 - 01:20LHR-IST
6h 10m1 stop
KLM Logo
06:10 - 10:45IST-LHR
6h 35m1 stop
$344KLM
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Fri, 19 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep

Wizz Air flights from London to Istanbul

Our best Wizz Air deals on London to Istanbul flight tickets
Wizz Air
3 Oct
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
8 Oct
IST04:45Istanbul
3h 50m
LGW06:35London Gatwick
$117
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Wizz Air
3 Oct
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
8 Oct
IST04:45Istanbul
3h 50m
LGW06:35London Gatwick
$120
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Wizz Air
30 Sept
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
7 Oct
IST04:45Istanbul
3h 50m
LGW06:35London Gatwick
$121
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British Airways flights from London to Istanbul

Our best British Airways deals on London to Istanbul flight tickets
British Airways
5 Nov
LHR18:05London Heathrow
3h 55m
IST01:00Istanbul
26 Nov
IST07:35Istanbul
4h 30m
LHR09:05London Heathrow
$319
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British Airways
5 Dec
LHR07:00London Heathrow
3h 55m
IST13:55Istanbul
13 Dec
IST18:40Istanbul
4h 15m
LHR19:55London Heathrow
$321
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British Airways
21 Nov
LHR07:00London Heathrow
3h 55m
IST13:55Istanbul
29 Nov
IST18:40Istanbul
4h 15m
LHR19:55London Heathrow
$322
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 78,305 searches. Data last updated 17 August 2025.
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LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 3/10

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 8/10

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

$117

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 3/10

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 8/10

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

$120

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 30/9

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 7/10

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

$121

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Tue 30/9

13:15-19:25

Nonstop4h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 7/10

09:10-15:45

1 stop8h 35m

$204

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Tue 30/9

16:25-08:30

1 stop14h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 7/10

09:10-15:45

1 stop8h 35m

$244

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 3/10

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 8/10

21:20-08:40

1 stop13h 20m

$261

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 5/11

18:05-01:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 26/11

07:35-09:05

Nonstop4h 30m

$319

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 5/12

07:00-13:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 13/12

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

$321

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 16/9

17:10-01:20

1 stop6h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 30/9

17:05-20:55

1 stop5h 50m

$342

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 19/9

17:10-01:20

1 stop6h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 23/9

06:10-10:45

1 stop6h 35m

$344

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from London, with most prices found around $154. The month of January is another great option to travel to Istanbul, with average flight prices from London averaging around $157.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,162. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London to Istanbul for around $2,014.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from London to Istanbul when you can find flight prices for as low as $559. Flying to Istanbul at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $1,603. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $452 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from London for as low as $410 on momondo.

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

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

Cheap London to Istanbul flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$55

Fastest flight time

3h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Istanbul from London in the past 72 hours is $55. The best return flight deal from London to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $117.
The fastest flight from London to Istanbul takes 3h 50m
Direct flights go from London to Istanbul every day.
There is 1 airport near Istanbul: Istanbul (IST)
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  • How far is London to Istanbul by plane?

    The distance between London and Istanbul is about 2496.9 km. Flights usually cover this in 3h 50m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from London to Istanbul refresh daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Istanbul.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from London to Istanbul

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British AirwaysPriceFrom $278Free cancellationRating
6.6
7,271 reviews
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