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LON — IST
1 May — 8 May1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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Cheapest flights from London to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2026.
Tue 9/607:05
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Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Mon 13/713:50
IST
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LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£76
Sat 20/615:20
LGW
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SAW
Nonstop3h 55m
Pegasus Airlines
Wed 1/711:55
SAW
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 20m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 30/3£76
Tue 9/613:35
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Fri 10/720:15
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£76
Thu 4/607:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Fri 12/613:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£76
Thu 30/413:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Wed 6/520:10
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£76
Tue 5/507:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Fri 15/513:45
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Deal found 29/3£77
Fri 8/513:35
LGW
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IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sat 9/520:05
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 15m
Wizz Air
Deal found 27/3£77
Tue 23/607:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Mon 29/613:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£78
Sat 27/613:35
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop3h 50m
Wizz Air
Fri 17/720:15
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 28/3£78
Tue 5/507:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Tue 19/513:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£79
Sun 13/913:35
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sun 27/920:15
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 29/3£79
Sat 20/607:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Fri 3/713:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£79
Best flights from London to Istanbul
Discover carefully curated flight deals from London to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
Sat 20/607:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Fri 3/713:50
IST
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LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 28/3£77
Mon 27/414:40
STN
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SAW
Nonstop3h 45m
Pegasus Airlines
Tue 12/511:35
SAW
-
STN
Nonstop4h 00m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 31/3£90
Sat 18/418:20
LGW
-
SAW
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 23/417:15
SAW
-
LGW
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£126
Tue 5/507:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Fri 15/513:45
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Deal found 29/3£77
Fri 17/417:35
STN
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 20/407:50
IST
-
STN
Nonstop4h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 29/3£157
Sat 18/406:10
LHR
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IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Wed 22/419:25
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 31/3£173
Mon 15/616:45
STN
-
SAW
Nonstop3h 45m
Pegasus Airlines
Fri 19/609:10
SAW
-
STN
Nonstop4h 00m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 29/3£91
Thu 23/407:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Wed 29/413:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 1/4£84
Fri 24/416:45
STN
-
SAW
Nonstop3h 45m
Pegasus Airlines
Wed 29/413:40
SAW
-
STN
Nonstop4h 00m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 29/3£92
Sat 9/507:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Mon 18/513:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£85
Wed 23/910:20
LHR
-
IST
1 stop15h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 30/904:30
IST
-
LHR
1 stop13h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 28/3£206
Tue 14/417:50
LCY
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IST
1 stop5h 30m
KLM
Tue 21/406:00
IST
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LCY
1 stop5h 30m
KLM
Deal found 29/3£208
Mon 27/413:30
LHR
-
IST
1 stop24h 25m
Air Serbia
Tue 12/504:30
IST
-
LHR
1 stop10h 00m
Air Serbia
Deal found 31/3£217
Fri 29/507:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Thu 4/613:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Deal found 29/3£86
Fri 19/619:00
STN
-
SAW
Nonstop3h 45m
Pegasus Airlines
Fri 26/621:10
SAW
-
STN
Nonstop4h 00m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 30/3£99
Mon 21/907:00
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Fri 25/913:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 27/3£86
Sat 18/417:30
LGW
-
SAW
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/407:00
SAW
-
LGW
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3£129
Thu 18/615:20
LGW
-
SAW
Nonstop3h 55m
Pegasus Airlines
Wed 24/611:55
SAW
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 20m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 31/3£101
Sun 28/607:15
LTN
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IST
Nonstop3h 55m
Wizz Air
Thu 2/713:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Deal found 27/3£89
Wed 22/416:50
LTN
-
SAW
1 stop13h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/419:15
SAW
-
LTN
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3£132
Wed 10/607:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Wed 17/613:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 27/3£89
Tue 14/407:10
LTN
-
SAW
1 stop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/407:00
SAW
-
LTN
1 stop11h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3£138
Fri 17/409:15
LCY
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IST
1 stop10h 20m
Lufthansa
Thu 23/413:55
IST
-
LCY
1 stop6h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/4£343
Fri 19/606:05
LHR
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IST
Nonstop3h 50m
British Airways
Fri 26/620:30
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 28/3£178
Fri 5/607:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Sun 14/613:45
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Deal found 31/3£92
Fri 8/517:35
STN
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IST
Nonstop3h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 10/507:50
IST
-
STN
Nonstop4h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3£189
Tue 21/407:10
LTN
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SAW
1 stop10h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/418:20
SAW
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LTN
1 stop8h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3£142
Tue 5/507:40
LHR
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IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Sat 16/519:55
IST
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LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 31/3£179
Thu 30/413:30
LGW
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IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sun 3/520:15
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 31/3£92
Mon 20/411:25
STN
-
SAW
1 stop10h 10m
Pegasus Airlines
Thu 23/421:10
SAW
-
STN
Nonstop4h 00m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 31/3£137
Direct flights from London to Istanbul
Explore direct flight options from London to Istanbul based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
Tue 9/607:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Mon 13/713:50
IST
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LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£76
Sat 20/615:20
LGW
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SAW
Nonstop3h 55m
Pegasus Airlines
Wed 1/711:55
SAW
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LGW
Nonstop4h 20m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 30/3£76
Tue 9/613:35
LGW
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IST
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Wizz Air
Fri 10/720:15
IST
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LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£76
Thu 4/607:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Fri 12/613:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£76
Thu 30/413:30
LGW
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IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Wed 6/520:10
IST
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LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£76
Tue 5/507:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Fri 15/513:45
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Deal found 29/3£77
Sat 18/413:35
LGW
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IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sat 2/520:05
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 15m
Wizz Air
Deal found 31/3£77
Tue 23/607:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Mon 29/613:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£78
Sat 27/613:35
LGW
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IST
Nonstop3h 50m
Wizz Air
Fri 17/720:15
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 28/3£78
Tue 5/507:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Tue 19/513:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£79
Sun 13/913:35
LGW
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IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sun 27/920:15
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 29/3£79
Sat 20/607:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Fri 3/713:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£79
Last-minute flights from London to Istanbul
Discover last-minute flight deals from London to Istanbul. Data last updated 1 April 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 10/413:30
LGW
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IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Thu 30/420:10
IST
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LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£79
Sat 11/413:35
LGW
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IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Mon 27/420:10
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£81
Mon 13/419:00
STN
-
SAW
Nonstop3h 45m
Pegasus Airlines
Thu 16/411:35
SAW
-
STN
Nonstop4h 00m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 30/3£80
Fri 17/407:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sat 25/413:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 27/3£78
Mon 20/409:30
STN
-
SAW
Nonstop3h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/419:20
SAW
-
STN
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3£81
Wed 22/407:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Tue 28/413:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 27/3£80
Thu 23/407:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Wed 29/413:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 28/3£76
Thu 23/407:05
LTN
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IST
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Wizz Air
Mon 27/413:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 27/3£81
Sat 25/407:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Wed 29/413:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 27/3£76
Wed 29/407:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Wed 13/513:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£79
Tue 5/507:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Fri 15/513:45
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Deal found 29/3£77
Tue 5/507:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Tue 19/513:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£79
One-way flights from London to Istanbul
Search for one-way flight options from London to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
Fri 12/607:05
LTN
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IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 27/3£38
Sun 7/613:40
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
Wizz Air
Deal found 29/3£38
Wed 22/407:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£39
Fri 10/409:30
STN
-
SAW
Nonstop3h 45m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 1/4£39
Tue 28/413:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 1/4£39
Sun 17/507:15
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
Wizz Air
Deal found 29/3£39
Sun 12/414:40
STN
-
SAW
Nonstop3h 45m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 31/3£39
Thu 9/413:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Deal found 30/3£39
Thu 14/507:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 28/3£40
Thu 9/419:10
STN
-
SAW
Nonstop3h 45m
Pegasus Airlines
Deal found 31/3£40
Sun 12/413:40
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
Wizz Air
Deal found 28/3£40
Thu 9/407:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 1/4£41
Find flight deals from London to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 1 April 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 1 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Istanbul that are best for you.
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LondonIstanbul
LTN - IST
LTNIST
London Luton
Sat 20/6
07:05-13:10
Nonstop4h 05m
Istanbul
Fri 3/7
13:50-15:55
Nonstop4h 05m
£77
LondonIstanbul
LTN - IST
LTNIST
London Luton
Tue 5/5
07:05-13:10
Nonstop4h 05m
Istanbul
Fri 15/5
13:45-15:55
Nonstop4h 10m
£77
LondonIstanbul
LTN - IST
LTNIST
London Luton
Thu 23/4
07:05-13:10
Nonstop4h 05m
Istanbul
Wed 29/4
13:50-15:55
Nonstop4h 05m
£84
LondonIstanbul
LTN - IST
LTNIST
London Luton
Sat 9/5
07:05-13:10
Nonstop4h 05m
Istanbul
Mon 18/5
13:50-15:55
Nonstop4h 05m
£85
LondonIstanbul
LTN - IST
LTNIST
London Luton
Fri 29/5
07:05-13:05
Nonstop4h 00m
Istanbul
Thu 4/6
13:50-16:00
Nonstop4h 10m
£86
LondonIstanbul
LTN - IST
LTNIST
London Luton
Mon 21/9
07:00-13:10
Nonstop4h 10m
Istanbul
Fri 25/9
13:50-15:55
Nonstop4h 05m
£86
LondonIstanbul
LTN - IST
LTNIST
London Luton
Sun 28/6
07:15-13:10
Nonstop3h 55m
Istanbul
Thu 2/7
13:50-16:00
Nonstop4h 10m
£89
LondonIstanbul
LTN - IST
LTNIST
London Luton
Wed 10/6
07:05-13:10
Nonstop4h 05m
Istanbul
Wed 17/6
13:50-15:55
Nonstop4h 05m
£89
Fastest return journey
LondonIstanbul
STN - SAW
STNSAW
London Stansted
Mon 27/4
14:40-20:25
Nonstop3h 45m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Tue 12/5
11:35-13:35
Nonstop4h 00m
£90
LondonIstanbul
STN - SAW
STNSAW
London Stansted
Mon 15/6
16:45-22:30
Nonstop3h 45m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Fri 19/6
09:10-11:10
Nonstop4h 00m
£91
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Best time to book a flight from London to Istanbul
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from London with our price prediction graph.
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LTN-IST
STN-SAW
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Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Istanbul
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LTN-IST
STN-SAW
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How far ahead should I book a flight from London to Istanbul?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from London to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Istanbul?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul (average of £53). Flying from London to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £116). 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 LON to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from London 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 1 April 2026.
When flying from London 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 33% versus a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Istanbul?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from London to Istanbul
Explore weekly flight availability from London 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 1 April 2026.
The most flights from LON to TR5 are scheduled on a Tuesday (67 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (34 on average).
How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Istanbul?
How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between London and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 126 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for London to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Istanbul flights?
Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.
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 1 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines,Pegasus Airlines, andBritish Airways from London to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
The boarding process is definitely not as smooth as some Asian airlines. But Turkish Airlines pleasantly surprised me with the quality of food - even vegetarian options - and the staff were so attentive and eager to please. Not the most comfortable seats, but luckily it was not a full flight and the staff were happy for us to spread and be comfortable.
Related info for your journey
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How long is the flight from London to Istanbul?
There are many flights that can get you from London to Istanbul in 3h 45m. Fly via Wizz Air, Pegasus Airlines, or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from London to Istanbul is about 1564 mi. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Istanbul round-trip?
Ajet, at £35, was found to be the cheapest airline from London to Istanbul.Alternate airlines flying return to your destination include Pegasus Airlines and Wizz Air. Users have found that Ajet is 77% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Istanbul one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Wizz Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £23. Users have also found prices from £33 and £37 on Ajet and Pegasus Airlines, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from London to Istanbul?
Most travelers choose London Heathrow - Istanbul, London Stansted - Istanbul or London City - Istanbul when deciding on the best route from London to Istanbul.
What are the most reliable airlines from London to Istanbul?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London to Istanbul on time: Icelandair (97%), LATAM Airlines (95%), Avianca (93%).
What are the cheapest flights from London to Istanbul?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £134. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Istanbul) can be booked for £154 on average, our data indicates £1,170 when flying from London to Istanbul.
Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to Istanbul?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul (average of £53). Flying from London to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £116). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from London to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines offer direct flights for this route to Istanbul from London and thereby promote sustainable travel. Booking a direct flight to cover the short four-hour trip is the best way to contribute to eco-friendly flying. You will be making an eco-conscious choice by booking with this airline as they are Turkey's leading environmental carriers. Their contribution starts on the ground. The airline has developed a program that recycles and replenishes soil in the aircraft maintenance and repair sector. This program turns their waste into useable farming material that is non-hazardous. The airline also runs community programs that teach the local people how to live and work more sustainably.
How can I fly more sustainably from London to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines does have the option of green aeroplanes in its fleet, the best way to make sure your flight is making use of those aircraft is to untick all other planes on the "Aircraft" filter tab of the Cheapflights website. Select the Airbus A320neo, A350-900 or the Boeing 787-9 crafts which are newer more fuel-efficient aircrafts, reducing your carbon footprint by at least 25%. Booking an economy class ticket also helps reduce your personal carbon footprint by 50%, and Turkish Airlines have a world-class economy class standard for their flights. They offer free meals, on board entertainment and comfortable seats, meaning you will not be compromising on luxury by booking an economy class ticket with this airline. Remember to pack your own earphones and take them off the aeroplane with you to continue using to further reduce your contribution to unnecessary waste on board.
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