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

43 flights are operational daily from London to Istanbul Airport as of September 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 18:00, with 33% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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

The number of flights available between London and Istanbul Airport is 301 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Wizz Air is the most popular carrier operating from London to Istanbul

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?

There is 1 operator available for flights from London to Istanbul Airport as of September 2025.

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.

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $178 to $333. The lowest price recently found on this route was $153.

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21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST

4h 00mdirect

04:45 - 06:35IST-LGW

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$153Wizz Air

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$283British Airways

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$289Turkish Airlines

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9 Mar

LHR07:25London Heathrow

3h 55m

IST14:20Istanbul

13 Mar

IST08:10Istanbul

4h 30m

LHR09:40London Heathrow

$283

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24 Feb

LHR17:10London Heathrow

3h 55m

IST00:05Istanbul

1 Mar

IST08:20Istanbul

4h 30m

LHR09:50London Heathrow

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22 Nov

LHR07:00London Heathrow

3h 55m

IST13:55Istanbul

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IST21:20Istanbul

4h 15m

LHR22:35London Heathrow

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17 Feb

LTN11:20London Luton

19h 20m

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26 Feb

IST19:25Istanbul

28h 05m

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8 Feb

LTN21:30London Luton

9h 10m

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IST10:40Istanbul

12h 50m

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27 Feb

LTN21:30London Luton

9h 10m

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$331

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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, March 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 $151. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in March, then you should wait until January to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $153.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport from London. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $1,134. 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 Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul Airport on Saturday is $2,099.

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 $545. 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 $1,619. 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 $441 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?

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 September 2025, prices for London to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	3h 50m
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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from London in the past 72 hours is $267. The best return flight deal from London to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $392.

The fastest flight from London to Istanbul Airport takes 3h 50m

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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?
There is 1 operator available for flights from London to Istanbul Airport as of September 2025.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between London and Istanbul Airport, the leading plane model is Airbus A321neo, making up 29.09% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321-100/200 with 15.74%, Airbus A320-100/200 with 8.22%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 6.77%.
What is the most popular airline from London to Istanbul Airport?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from London to Istanbul Airport is Wizz Air, representing 100% of all bookings.

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British Airways Flights From London to Istanbul Airport
British Airways flight deals from London to Istanbul Airport start from $181 round-trip. Over the 4 British Airways flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $247 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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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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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?

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

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

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul flight route?

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

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

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 September 2025, prices for London to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Wizz Air is the most popular carrier operating from London to Istanbul

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

43 flights are operational daily from London to Istanbul Airport as of September 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 18:00, with 33% of flights per day taking off at midday.

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

The number of flights available between London and Istanbul Airport is 301 per week as of September 2025. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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Why use momondo?

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

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

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

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

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