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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul from £33

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — IST
21 Apr — 28 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£59

One-way from

£33

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£176
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 16/6-20/6
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 50m total
  • London to Istanbul
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 17/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • London to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 27% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 April 2025.

Mon 16/621:50LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Fri 20/604:45IST - LGW
Nonstop3h 50mWizz Air
Deal found 15/4£59
Tue 3/619:15LGW - IST
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/604:45IST - LGW
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£87
Tue 6/509:00LGW - SAW
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/510:45SAW - LGW
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£107
Thu 8/519:15LGW - IST
1 stop24h 40mWizz Air
Tue 13/509:10IST - LGW
1 stop27h 20mWizz Air
Deal found 15/4£148
Sat 17/518:40LGW - IST
1 stop14h 15mNorwegian
Wed 21/521:20IST - LGW
1 stop13h 20mNorwegian
Deal found 15/4£163
Tue 6/505:30LGW - IST
Nonstop3h 50mTurkish Airlines
Sun 11/510:55IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/4£182

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick 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 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 16/6

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 20/6

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

£59

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 3/6

19:15-21:55

1 stop24h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 11/6

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

£87

LondonIstanbul

LGW - SAW

LGWSAW

London Gatwick

Tue 6/5

09:00-11:55

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 8/5

10:45-19:25

1 stop10h 40m

£107

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Thu 8/5

19:15-21:55

1 stop24h 40m

Istanbul

Tue 13/5

09:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

£148

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Sat 17/5

18:40-10:55

1 stop14h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 21/5

21:20-08:40

1 stop13h 20m

£163

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 6/5

05:30-11:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 10/5

07:50-09:55

Nonstop4h 05m

£182

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 17/6

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

£33

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 13/5

19:15-21:55

1 stop24h 40m

£61

LondonIstanbul

LGW - SAW

LGWSAW

London Gatwick

Mon 5/5

21:45-09:45

1 stop10h 00m

£61

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 6/5

09:00-00:20

1 stop13h 20m

£72

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Gatwick with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Gatwick to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul 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 LGW to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 April 2025.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 75% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Gatwick 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 April 2025.

The most flights from LGW to TR5 are scheduled on a Wednesday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 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 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 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, 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 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with airBaltic, Norwegian and Sky Express from London to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Mujib,Oct 2022

RIX - CPH

Not fan of Air Canada. Only two things they ever serve for in-flight food. Chicken or Pasta. I traveled many times with them , never heard about anything else from their mouth for food. I call them "cheap chicken pasta airline".

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Mujib,Oct 2022

RIX - CPH

Not fan of Air Canada. Only two things they ever serve for in-flight food. Chicken or Pasta. I traveled many times with them , never heard about anything else from their mouth for food. I call them "cheap chicken pasta airline".

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Mujib,Oct 2022

RIX - CPH

Not fan of Air Canada. Only two things they ever serve for in-flight food. Chicken or Pasta. I traveled many times with them , never heard about anything else from their mouth for food. I call them "cheap chicken pasta airline".

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Mujib,Oct 2022

RIX - CPH

Not fan of Air Canada. Only two things they ever serve for in-flight food. Chicken or Pasta. I traveled many times with them , never heard about anything else from their mouth for food. I call them "cheap chicken pasta airline".

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Mujib,Oct 2022

RIX - CPH

Not fan of Air Canada. Only two things they ever serve for in-flight food. Chicken or Pasta. I traveled many times with them , never heard about anything else from their mouth for food. I call them "cheap chicken pasta airline".

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.5

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 1
4.0
Okay

Mujib,Oct 2022

RIX - CPH

Not fan of Air Canada. Only two things they ever serve for in-flight food. Chicken or Pasta. I traveled many times with them , never heard about anything else from their mouth for food. I call them "cheap chicken pasta airline".

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport to Istanbul round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul is Wizz Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £59 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Wizz Air and Norwegian, starting at £148 and £163 round-trip. Users have found that Wizz Air is 61% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £33 on Wizz Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Wizz Air from £61 and Norwegian from £79 one-way.

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

    Consider Icelandair (90%), Sichuan Airlines (89%) or Turkish Airlines (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £40. While the most popular route (London Gatwick - Istanbul) can be booked for £51 on average our data indicates £890 when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport to Istanbul?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul (average of £159). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul 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 7 airlines flying from Gatwick to Istanbul

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick 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 April 2025.
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Wizz AirCheapest£29Average£112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£78Average£116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AjetCheapest£99Average£192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£124Average£278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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CitizenPlaneCheapest£135Average£213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£151Average£211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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