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Cheap flights from Istanbul to London from £39

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 23/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LON
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to London are usually found in January or February, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) to London (LON). 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 17 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£69

One-way from

£40

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£143
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 14/6-15/6
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 50m total
  • Istanbul to London
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 19/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 05m total
  • Istanbul to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 40% potential increase in price (£47 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2025.

Sat 14/604:45IST - LGW
Nonstop3h 50mWizz Air
Sun 15/621:50LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 16/4£69
Thu 20/1120:55IST - LTN
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Tue 25/1113:05LTN - IST
Nonstop4h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 17/4£69
Thu 22/515:40SAW - STN
Nonstop4h 00mPegasus Airlines
Thu 29/519:00STN - SAW
Nonstop3h 45mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 17/4£90
Fri 13/616:50IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/619:15LGW - IST
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£93
Fri 23/520:35IST - LTN
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/519:25LTN - IST
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£94
Thu 22/508:45SAW - STN
Nonstop4h 05mAjet
Thu 29/515:50STN - SAW
Nonstop3h 55mAjet
Deal found 16/4£110
Wed 24/1213:35SAW - STN
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/112:45STN - SAW
Nonstop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£121
Fri 2/507:45SAW - LTN
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/518:50LTN - SAW
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£128
Wed 24/1215:50SAW - LHR
Nonstop4h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 3/108:00LHR - SAW
Nonstop3h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/4£128
Fri 13/609:10IST - LGW
1 stop27h 20mWizz Air
Mon 16/619:15LGW - IST
1 stop11h 15mWizz Air
Deal found 16/4£131
Thu 22/510:10SAW - LGW
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/509:05LGW - SAW
1 stop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4£133
Wed 24/1214:45IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 2/118:15LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/4£135

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to London 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 17 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul to London that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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London

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Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulLondon

IST - LGW

ISTLGW

Istanbul

Sat 14/6

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

London Gatwick

Sun 15/6

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

£69

IstanbulLondon

IST - LTN

ISTLTN

Istanbul

Thu 12/6

20:35-22:45

Nonstop4h 10m

London Luton

Fri 20/6

13:15-19:25

Nonstop4h 10m

£69

IstanbulLondon

SAW - STN

SAWSTN

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 22/5

15:40-17:40

Nonstop4h 00m

London Stansted

Thu 29/5

19:00-00:45

Nonstop3h 45m

£90

IstanbulLondon

IST - LGW

ISTLGW

Istanbul

Fri 13/6

16:50-19:00

Nonstop4h 10m

London Gatwick

Mon 16/6

19:15-08:30

1 stop11h 15m

£93

IstanbulLondon

IST - LTN

ISTLTN

Istanbul

Fri 23/5

20:35-22:35

Nonstop4h 00m

London Luton

Sat 31/5

19:25-08:30

1 stop11h 05m

£94

IstanbulLondon

SAW - STN

SAWSTN

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 22/5

08:45-10:50

Nonstop4h 05m

London Stansted

Thu 29/5

15:50-21:45

Nonstop3h 55m

£110

IstanbulLondon

SAW - STN

SAWSTN

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 22/5

17:40-00:10

1 stop8h 30m

London Stansted

Wed 28/5

00:20-06:05

Nonstop3h 45m

£122

IstanbulLondon

SAW - LTN

SAWLTN

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 2/5

07:45-00:10

1 stop18h 25m

London Luton

Fri 9/5

18:50-14:15

1 stop17h 25m

£128

IstanbulLondon

IST - LGW

ISTLGW

Istanbul

Fri 13/6

09:10-10:30

1 stop27h 20m

London Gatwick

Mon 16/6

19:15-08:30

1 stop11h 15m

£131

IstanbulLondon

SAW - LGW

SAWLGW

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 22/5

10:10-18:50

1 stop10h 40m

London Gatwick

Thu 29/5

09:05-00:05

1 stop13h 00m

£133

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to London

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul to London

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

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

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul to London. 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 Istanbul to London?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to London (average of £112). Flying from Istanbul to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). 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 IST to LON?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 April 2025.

When flying from Istanbul to London, 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 88% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Istanbul to London. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul to London

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to London. 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 17 April 2025.

The most flights from TR5 to LON are scheduled on a Wednesday (61 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

Rainfall in London by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in London by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London, 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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 17 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, KLM and airBaltic from Istanbul to London to help guide your decision. 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
734 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
734 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
734 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
KLM
7.8
Good
1,329 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
734 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
airBaltic
7.8
Good
178 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
734 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Norwegian
7.8
Good
226 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
734 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
734 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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 Istanbul to London. 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 Istanbul to London round-trip?

    Flying on Wizz Air is currently your cheapest option to London, with prices starting at £69. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Pegasus Airlines and Ajet, with the lowest prices starting at £90 and £110, respectively. Wizz Air is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    £40 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Wizz Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Pegasus Airlines and Ajet, with prices starting from £48 and £48, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Istanbul to London?

    Most travelers choose Istanbul - London Heathrow, Istanbul - London Stansted or Istanbul - London City when deciding on the best route from Istanbul to London.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul to London are IndiGo (86%), United Airlines (86%) and Air Canada (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to London?

    While on average a flight from Istanbul to London is generally £284, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £54. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - London Heathrow), you can expect to pay £152 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to London 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 Istanbul to London?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to London (average of £112). Flying from Istanbul to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Wizz AirCheapest£48Average£109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AjetCheapest£59Average£151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£79Average£147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapest£120Average£176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£141Average£248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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