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Wizz Air Logo
13:55 - 20:55
LGW
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IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
23:00 - 23:55
IST
-
LGW
3h 55mdirect
$139Wizz Air
Sat, 17 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
Wizz Air Logo
13:10 - 20:10
LGW
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IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
23:00 - 23:55
IST
-
LGW
3h 55mdirect
$140Wizz Air
Fri, 20 Mar - Fri, 27 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:50 - 17:50
STN
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IST
4h 00mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
08:45 - 09:50
IST
-
STN
4h 05mdirect
$272Turkish Airlines
Wed, 18 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:50 - 06:45
STN
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IST
14h 55m1 stop
Pegasus Airlines Logo
23:45 - 11:50
IST
-
STN
15h 05m1 stop
$275Pegasus Airlines
Wed, 4 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:45 - 23:40
STN
-
IST
3h 55mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:45 - 16:50
IST
-
STN
4h 05mdirect
$276Turkish Airlines
Tue, 21 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:50 - 06:45
STN
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IST
14h 55m1 stop
Pegasus Airlines Logo
23:45 - 11:50
IST
-
STN
15h 05m1 stop
$279Pegasus Airlines
Sat, 28 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
British Airways Logo
06:40 - 13:35
LHR
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IST
3h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 09:05
IST
-
LHR
4h 30mdirect
$297British Airways
Thu, 15 Jan - Thu, 12 Feb
British Airways Logo
17:30 - 00:25
LHR
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IST
3h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
18:40 - 19:55
IST
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LHR
4h 15mdirect
$309British Airways
Thu, 22 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 16:55
LHR
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IST
7h 25m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:50 - 08:00
IST
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LHR
6h 10m1 stop
$316Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 16:55
LHR
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IST
7h 25m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
04:50 - 08:00
IST
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LHR
6h 10m1 stop
$318Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Feb - Sat, 14 Feb

Wizz Air flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Our best Wizz Air deals on London to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Wizz Air
17 Jan
LGW13:55London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST20:55Istanbul
20 Jan
IST23:00Istanbul
3h 55m
LGW23:55London Gatwick
$139
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Wizz Air
20 Mar
LGW13:10London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST20:10Istanbul
27 Mar
IST23:00Istanbul
3h 55m
LGW23:55London Gatwick
$140
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Wizz Air
10 Mar
LGW13:05London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST20:05Istanbul
18 Mar
IST23:00Istanbul
3h 55m
LGW23:55London Gatwick
$142
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British Airways flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Our best British Airways deals on London to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
British Airways
15 Jan
LHR06:40London Heathrow
3h 55m
IST13:35Istanbul
12 Feb
IST07:35Istanbul
4h 30m
LHR09:05London Heathrow
$297
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British Airways
10 Jan
LHR10:30London Heathrow
3h 55m
IST17:25Istanbul
31 Jan
IST07:35Istanbul
4h 30m
LHR09:05London Heathrow
$309
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British Airways
14 Jan
LHR18:05London Heathrow
3h 55m
IST01:00Istanbul
24 Jan
IST14:55Istanbul
4h 25m
LHR16:20London Heathrow
$310
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Istanbul Airport 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 31 December 2025.
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LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Sat 17/1

13:55-20:55

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 21/1

23:00-23:55

Nonstop3h 55m

$139

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 20/3

13:10-20:10

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 27/3

23:00-23:55

Nonstop3h 55m

$140

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Wed 18/3

10:50-17:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 23/3

08:45-09:50

Nonstop4h 05m

$272

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Wed 4/2

12:50-06:45

1 stop14h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 8/2

23:45-11:50

1 stop15h 05m

$275

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Tue 21/4

17:45-23:40

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 28/4

14:45-16:50

Nonstop4h 05m

$276

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Sat 28/2

12:50-06:45

1 stop14h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 7/3

23:45-11:50

1 stop15h 05m

$279

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 15/1

06:40-13:35

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 12/2

07:35-09:05

Nonstop4h 30m

$297

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 22/1

17:30-00:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 25/1

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

$309

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 9/2

06:30-16:55

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 14/2

04:50-08:00

1 stop6h 10m

$316

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 9/2

06:30-16:55

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 14/2

04:50-08:00

1 stop6h 10m

$318

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from London to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $161. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in January, then you should wait until March to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $164.

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport from London. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $1,430. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul Airport on Monday is $1,723.

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

At midday is the cheapest time of day to fly from London to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $521. Flying to Istanbul Airport at midday is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Istanbul Airport are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $1,578. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $446 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from London for as low as $400 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.

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

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Istanbul Airport flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for London to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 0% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London to Istanbul Airport

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

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Best price found

$603

Fastest flight time

3h 50m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from London in the past 72 hours is $603. The best return flight deal from London to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,150.
The fastest flight from London to Istanbul Airport takes 3h 50m
Direct flights go from London to Istanbul Airport every day.
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  • How far is London to Istanbul by plane?

    Istanbul is 2464.8 km away from London. By plane, this route typically takes 3h 50m.

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

    Prices for flights from London to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

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

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

    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 London to Istanbul Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul Airport 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 Istanbul Airport. 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 London to Istanbul Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from London to Istanbul Airport?

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British AirwaysPriceFrom $303Free cancellationRating
6.7
7,628 reviews
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  • British Airways Flights From London to Istanbul Airport

    British Airways flight deals from London to Istanbul Airport start from $303 round-trip. Over the 5 British Airways flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $368 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from London to Istanbul?

Finding the right flight to Istanbul from London is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Istanbul quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from London to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Istanbul from London on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from London to Istanbul?

Once you have performed a search for London to Istanbul flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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