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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport from £80

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — IST
21 Jan — 28 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from London Heathrow to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£136

One-way from

£80

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£163
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 28/2-3/3
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 30m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 7/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 45m total
  • London to Istanbul
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High demand for flights, 22% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 January 2025.

Mon 24/1117:55LHR - IST
Nonstop4h 00mBritish Airways
Wed 3/1218:40IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/1£133
Sat 11/1022:15LHR - IST
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1019:55IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1£141
Sun 2/317:35LHR - IST
1 stop7h 35mAir France
Sun 9/305:10IST - LHR
1 stop11h 35mAir France
Deal found 15/1£146
Tue 11/216:35LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 18/221:10IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/1£155
Sat 22/222:15LHR - IST
1 stop25h 55mAegean Airlines
Thu 27/206:30IST - LHR
1 stop14h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 15/1£174
Thu 13/206:30LHR - IST
1 stop8h 05mLOT
Mon 17/218:30IST - LHR
1 stop6h 30mLOT
Deal found 15/1£187
Thu 23/120:25LHR - IST
1 stop17h 30mKLM
Tue 28/117:55IST - LHR
1 stop5h 55mKLM
Deal found 16/1£196
Sun 9/211:30LHR - IST
1 stop8h 15mLufthansa
Sun 16/219:00IST - LHR
1 stop6h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 15/1£201
Tue 18/213:20LHR - IST
1 stop20h 30mAir Serbia
Thu 20/205:30IST - LHR
1 stop9h 50mAir Serbia
Deal found 15/1£212

Find flights from Heathrow to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 January 2025.

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LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 28/2

18:15-01:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 3/3

08:15-09:50

Nonstop4h 35m

£136

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 7/5

22:15-02:20

1 stop26h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 23/5

20:25-22:25

Nonstop4h 00m

£144

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 2/3

17:35-04:10

1 stop7h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 9/3

05:10-13:45

1 stop11h 35m

£146

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 11/2

16:35-23:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 18/2

21:10-22:25

Nonstop4h 15m

£155

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sat 22/2

22:15-03:10

1 stop25h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 27/2

06:30-17:55

1 stop14h 25m

£174

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 13/2

06:30-00:40

1 stop15h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 18/2

07:50-17:20

1 stop12h 30m

£187

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 27/1

06:30-16:55

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

Thu 30/1

17:55-07:40

1 stop16h 45m

£191

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 13/2

08:30-18:05

1 stop6h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 16/2

19:00-22:15

1 stop6h 15m

£200

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 18/2

13:20-12:50

1 stop20h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 20/2

05:30-12:20

1 stop9h 50m

£212

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 7/3

22:15-11:00

1 stop9h 45m

£80

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Travel insights for flights from Heathrow to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Heathrow to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 16 January 2025.

The most flights from LHR to IST are scheduled on a Thursday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 16 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Aegean Airlines, British Airways and Air France from London to Istanbul. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

LOT
7.6
Good
1,111 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Air France
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,921 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at £136. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air France and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £146 and £155, respectively. British Airways is 41% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Aegean Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £80. However, be on the lookout for offers from British Airways and Air France, as they are both options that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport are Icelandair (88%), British Airways (85%) and American Airlines (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay £1,164, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £112. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Istanbul), is priced around £115.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights departing from London Heathrow Airport and landing in Istanbul Airport stopover in Warsaw most frequently. London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport flights stop in Athens the next most.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Warsaw?

    Warsaw travellers tend to visit Warsaw Old Town, Teatr Narodowy, and Pałac Kultury i Nauki more than anywhere else. Warsaw Old Town, Teatr Narodowy, and Pałac Kultury i Nauki are located about 6.1 mi, 5.6 mi, and 4.8 mi, respectively from Warsaw Frederic Chopin. Those on a stopover in Warsaw in need of a car hire can book one at Warsaw Frederic Chopin for about £18.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Athens?

    If you're on a stopover in Athens and looking for things to do, consider visiting Syntagma Square, Acropolis, or Kolonaki Square. Travellers on a stopover in Athens can visit Syntagma Square, Acropolis, and Kolonaki Square, by travelling 11.8 mi, 12.1 mi, and 11.4 mi, respectively after landing at Athens Eleftherios V.. Travellers can book a car hire at Athens Eleftherios V. for about £11 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport flights?

    London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Frankfurt am Main.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 January 2025.
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Wizz AirCheapest£57Average£133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£90Average£149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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TAROMCheapest£97Average£310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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AjetCheapest£107Average£211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LOTCheapest£133Average£233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapest£135Average£218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£159Average£394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£163Average£260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air SerbiaCheapest£163Average£211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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