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Wizz Air Logo
21:50 - 03:50
LGW
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IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
04:35 - 06:35
IST
-
LGW
4h 00mdirect
$142Wizz Air
Fri, 8 May - Tue, 19 May
Wizz Air Logo
21:50 - 03:50
LGW
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IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
04:35 - 06:35
IST
-
LGW
4h 00mdirect
$147Wizz Air
Tue, 5 May - Fri, 22 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:45 - 23:40
STN
-
IST
3h 55mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:15 - 22:10
IST
-
STN
3h 55mdirect
$274Turkish Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Thu, 21 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:15 - 12:10
STN
-
IST
3h 55mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:45 - 16:50
IST
-
STN
4h 05mdirect
$277Turkish Airlines
Tue, 21 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:50 - 06:45
STN
-
IST
14h 55m1 stop
Pegasus Airlines Logo
23:45 - 11:50
IST
-
STN
15h 05m1 stop
$302Pegasus Airlines
Fri, 20 Feb - Sun, 22 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:30 - 16:10
STN
-
IST
18h 40m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:15 - 22:10
IST
-
STN
3h 55mdirect
$305Multiple Airlines
Thu, 7 May - Thu, 21 May
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
$308Pegasus Airlines
Mon, 2 Feb - Thu, 5 Feb
British Airways Logo
17:40 - 00:35
LHR
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IST
3h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
21:20 - 22:35
IST
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LHR
4h 15mdirect
$310British Airways
Sat, 17 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
British Airways Logo
18:15 - 01:10
LHR
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IST
3h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
18:40 - 19:55
IST
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LHR
4h 15mdirect
$311British Airways
Sun, 11 Jan - Tue, 3 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
$319Multiple Airlines
Fri, 6 Feb - Wed, 11 Feb

Wizz Air flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Our best Wizz Air deals on London to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Wizz Air
8 May
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
19 May
IST04:35Istanbul
4h 00m
LGW06:35London Gatwick
$142
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Wizz Air
5 May
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
21 May
IST04:35Istanbul
4h 00m
LGW06:35London Gatwick
$147
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Wizz Air
13 Jan
LTN14:00London Luton
4h 05m
IST21:05Istanbul
19 Jan
IST22:00Istanbul
4h 15m
LTN23:15London Luton
$148
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Turkish Airlines flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on London to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
7 May
STN17:45London Stansted
3h 55m
IST23:40Istanbul
21 May
IST20:15Istanbul
3h 55m
STN22:10London Stansted
$274
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Turkish Airlines
21 Apr
STN06:15London Stansted
3h 55m
IST12:10Istanbul
30 Apr
IST14:45Istanbul
4h 05m
STN16:50London Stansted
$277
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Turkish Airlines
1 May
STN06:15London Stansted
3h 55m
IST12:10Istanbul
4 May
IST07:50Istanbul
4h 05m
STN09:55London Stansted
$278
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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 22 December 2025.
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LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 8/5

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 19/5

04:35-06:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$142

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 5/5

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 22/5

04:35-06:35

Nonstop4h 00m

$147

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Thu 7/5

17:45-23:40

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 21/5

20:15-22:10

Nonstop3h 55m

$274

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Tue 21/4

06:15-12:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 30/4

14:45-16:50

Nonstop4h 05m

$277

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Fri 20/2

12:50-06:45

1 stop14h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 22/2

23:45-11:50

1 stop15h 05m

$302

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Thu 7/5

19:30-16:10

2 stops18h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 21/5

20:15-22:10

Nonstop3h 55m

$305

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Mon 2/2

12:50-06:45

1 stop14h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 5/2

23:45-11:50

1 stop15h 05m

$308

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sat 17/1

17:40-00:35

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 18/1

21:20-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

$310

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 11/1

18:15-01:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 3/2

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

$311

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 6/2

06:30-16:55

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 11/2

04:50-08:00

1 stop6h 10m

$319

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Istanbul Airport

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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 $162. 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 $165.

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 $1,449. 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 $1,746.

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 $528. 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 $1,592. 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 $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 Airport from London for as low as $405 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?

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

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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from London to Istanbul Airport

Fastest flight time

3h 50m

Direct flights

Every day
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?

Best airlines flying from London to Istanbul Airport

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British AirwaysPriceFrom $307Free cancellationRating
6.7
7,602 reviews
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  • British Airways Flights From London to Istanbul Airport

    British Airways flight deals from London to Istanbul Airport start from $307 round-trip. Over the 11 British Airways flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $372 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.

I’m not ready to book a flight from London to Istanbul right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes. momondo can track prices for London to Istanbul flights and alert you when they change. Perform a search to set up the price alert. All that is required is a valid email address.

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