Flights from Istanbul to London
The cheapest flights from Istanbul to London
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The fastest flights from Istanbul to London
Fastest Journey
4 h 5 m
Average
16 h 3 m
Flights per day
39
Distance
2498 km
Of the 39 flights that leave Istanbul for London every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Istanbul to London flight
 | Distance | 1549 miles |
 | Average flight duration | 4 h 5 min |
 | Average plane ticket price | £449 (€509) |
 | Direct flight | Yes |
 | Airlines | pegasus, tarom, Ukraine Intl. Airlines, Aeroflot, Aegean Airlines, Air France, British Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Turkish Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Air Serbia, Air Moldova or Atlasglobal |
Flights from Istanbul to London cover the 1549 miles long route taking on average 4 h 5 min with our travel partners like pegasus, tarom, Ukraine Intl. Airlines, Aeroflot, Aegean Airlines, Air France, British Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Turkish Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Air Serbia, Air Moldova or Atlasglobal. There are direct flight services available. You can get the cheapest plane tickets for this trip for as low as £335, but the average price of plane tickets is £449. Travellers depart most frequently from Istanbul Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
Airlines: British Airways, Air France and Turkish Airlines Istanbul to London
For as little as £335 you can travel by flight from Istanbul to London with British Airways, Air France and Turkish Airlines. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.
Air France is France's leading airline offering flights within and outside Europe; you can choose different ticket types for your flight to London from Istanbul including: Economy Light, Economy Standard, Economy Flex, Premium Economy and Business.
Are you making plans to travel from Istanbul to London? Why not take a flight with Air France? Omio can show you current Air France flight times, tickets, travel information (such as luggage policy and amenities offered onboard) and prices so you can find the best deals on Istanbul to London flights all in one place. On the Air France flight, you can expect to travel 1549 miles (2498 km) between Istanbul and London. If you use the Omio app to search for flights to London from Istanbul, you can quickly see if the Air France ticket is a mobile ticket, making it easy for you to go paperless when taking a flight. Once you have found your perfect one-way Air France flight to London from Istanbul, book your cheap plane tickets online on Omio or in the Omio app quickly and easily so you can spend the rest of your time enjoying your upcoming trip!
British Airways (BA) is the flag carrier airline of the United Kingdom with its headquarters in London near its main hub at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Known as a full-service global airline, BA offers low fares year-round to destinations around the globe and flies to and from centrally-located airports. Its extensive global route network includes more than 170 destinations in nearly 80 countries throughout Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Africa and Australia. BA is also the second largest airline based in the UK in terms of its fleet size and number of passengers carried.
Turkish Airlines is Turkey’s leading airline and you can choose between Economy Class, Comfort Class, Business Class or All-Inclusive-Ticket for your next flight from Istanbul to London.
Find the perfect Turkish Airlines flight to London from Istanbul for a smooth and relaxing journey. Omio makes it convenient for you to check the latest Turkish Airlines flight timetables and compare the cheapest, fastest or earliest flight from Istanbul to London. You can also check relevant travel information for the Turkish Airlines flight, such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard, depending on the class fare you choose. Once you find the ideal route, book your cheap Turkish Airlines plane tickets online. You can expect to travel around 1549 miles (2498 km) on this journey and your Turkish Airlines Istanbul to London plane ticket can cost as little as £361 one-way if you book in advance. When you search for Turkish Airlines tickets from Istanbul to London in the Omio app, you can quickly see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless. Buy your official Turkish Airlines plane tickets online quickly and easily on Omio and enjoy the travel experience!
- Average Price: £361
Flights from Istanbul to London
Travelers wishing to visit England's busy capital from the old city of Istanbul, whether for business or pleasure, will find direct flights readily available. With between 15-16 direct departures per day and numerous indirect routes on top, the 1540-mile route can be completed in as little as 3 hours 50 minutes. Departure options begin in the early morning and are spread throughout the day, providing flights well into the evening.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to London?
Direct flights from Istanbul to London are offered by national carrier Turkish Airlines, Atlasjet, Pegasus and British Airways. Where an indirect route is chosen, passengers may have to change airline providers.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to London?
The quickest flight across the 1540-mile route is a Turkish Airlines service, taking just 3 hours 50 minutes. Most other direct departures take, on average, 15 minutes more. The longest takes closer to 4 hours 20 minutes. Indirect routes can take significantly longer, depending on the wait time at transfer stations.
How many flights are there from Istanbul to London?
Whenever travelers fly, they can expect 15-16 direct daily departures. A majority of these are offered by Pegasus each day. A further 15 indirect options are also available, but some of these involve extended travel times. Departures begin in the morning, at around 7:30 a.m. and are spread throughout the day until 9:00 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Istanbul to London?
Departure airport: Flights depart from Istanbul Ataturk International Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Ataturk is the busiest of the three airports in Turkey and is also closest to the center. It can be found on the European side of Istanbul, west of the city center and close to the Trans-European Motorway, for easy access by car. Sabiha Gokcen is 25 miles from the city center so will require more travel. Taxi and car rental are available at the airports, as is parking.
Arrival airport: Passengers can choose to arrive at any of London's main airports: Stansted, Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton, and London City. London City is the most central, though all have good rail and bus links to organize swift onward travel. Direct flights tend to land at Gatwick, Heathrow, and Stansted.
Travel Tips: Istanbul to London flight
Travel between Istanbul, Turkey and London, United Kingdom by plane is: Fully open.
Can I enter United Kingdom from Turkey?
International entry status: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Turkey
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in United Kingdom from Istanbul?
Conditions of entry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in London, United Kingdom?
All travellers in United Kingdom must observe these coronavirus safety measures:
- Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
- Face mask: Regional advice
The information above was last checked on 08/08/2022. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your flight from Istanbul to London as this information can change.
The restriction level for your return flight to Istanbul, Turkey from London is: Fully open.
Is my return flight into Istanbul from London restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of United Kingdom
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Turkey from London?
Conditions of reentry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Istanbul, Turkey?
The government of Turkey has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: 2 metre (s) (7 feet)
- Face mask required: Recommended
Last checked on 03/08/2022. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your flight to Istanbul from London closer to your date of departure here.
Before booking your flight from Istanbul to London, you have a few airport options to start your journey from including flying out of Istanbul Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Similarly, you can opt to land in London at airports like London Heathrow Airport, London Stansted Airport and London Gatwick Airport.
Omio travellers most frequently book a flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport for this route.
Passengers board their flight most frequently from Istanbul Airport, which is located around 27.8 miles (44.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the plane at London Heathrow Airport, located 17.1 miles (27.5 km) away from the city centre. You can check for taxi services, public transportation options or airport shuttle services available from London Heathrow Airport to take you to the city centre of London.
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