Journey information
Overview: London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport flight
Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport depart on average 73 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £93 if you book in advance.
There are 8 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:30, the last at 22:15. The fastest flight covers the 2489 km distance in 3h 55m. July is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2489 km |
Average flight duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £93 |
Flights per day 73 |
Direct flights 8 |
Fastest flight 3h 55m |
Cheapest month to travel July |
First flight 06:30 |
Last flight 22:15 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport
Cheapest price
£154
Average price
£378
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Flights per day
62
Distance
2489 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport will cost around £378 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £154.
Of the 62 flights that leave London Heathrow Airport for Istanbul Airport every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 2489 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest flights will take 3 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
BA680
A3605 · A3990
A3609 · A3990
A3603 · A3990
A3609 · A3992
TK1972
TK1986
TK1984
BA680
TK1932Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport flight times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport flights for today, Tuesday 17 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LH925 · LH1300 | 08:30 London Heathrow Airport | 6h25 | 14:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1002+ KL3102 | 08:40 London Heathrow Airport | 9h40 | 18:20 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
AF1335 · AF1390 | 08:55 London Heathrow Airport | 15h55 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
AF1681 · AF1390 | 09:00 London Heathrow Airport | 15h50 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
MS784 · MS9295 | 09:40 London Heathrow Airport | 11h30 | 21:10 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1004+ KL3102 | 10:00 London Heathrow Airport | 8h20 | 18:20 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
LO282+ LO4507 | 10:25 London Heathrow Airport | 24h55 | 11:20 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO282 · LO137 | 10:25 London Heathrow Airport | 11h15 | 21:40 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO282 · LO133 | 10:25 London Heathrow Airport | 24h30 | 10:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO282 · LO135 | 10:25 London Heathrow Airport | 28h10 | 14:35 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO282+ LO4505 | 10:25 London Heathrow Airport | 10h30 | 20:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
BA678 | 10:35 London Heathrow Airport | 3h55 | 14:30 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH2473 · LH111 · LH1304 | 11:10 London Heathrow Airport | 8h35 | 19:45 Istanbul Airport | 2 changes | |
TK1980 | 11:30 London Heathrow Airport | 3h55 | 15:25 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF1581 · AF1390 | 11:30 London Heathrow Airport | 13h20 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LH905 · LH1304 | 11:30 London Heathrow Airport | 8h15 | 19:45 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1006+ KL3102 | 11:45 London Heathrow Airport | 6h35 | 18:20 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
LH907 · LH1304 | 13:30 London Heathrow Airport | 6h15 | 19:45 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
MS778 · MS745 | 14:00 London Heathrow Airport | 9h50 | 23:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
MS778 · MS9367 | 14:00 London Heathrow Airport | 12h45 | 02:45 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
AF1781 · AF1390 | 14:45 London Heathrow Airport | 10h05 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1010+ KL1959 | 15:45 London Heathrow Airport | 22h10 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
A3603+ A33154 | 16:35 London Heathrow Airport | 17h05 | 09:40 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
A3603 · A3990 | 16:35 London Heathrow Airport | 15h00 | 07:35 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
TK1986 | 16:35 London Heathrow Airport | 3h50 | 20:25 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1012+ KL1959 | 17:05 London Heathrow Airport | 20h50 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1012+ KL3100 | 17:05 London Heathrow Airport | 21h20 | 14:25 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
BA680 | 17:10 London Heathrow Airport | 3h55 | 21:05 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
AF1281 · AF1390 | 17:35 London Heathrow Airport | 7h15 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
TK1972 | 17:45 London Heathrow Airport | 3h50 | 21:35 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1014+ KL1959 | 17:50 London Heathrow Airport | 20h05 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1014+ KL3100 | 17:50 London Heathrow Airport | 20h35 | 14:25 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
LO280+ LO4505 | 18:20 London Heathrow Airport | 26h35 | 20:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO280 · LO135 | 18:20 London Heathrow Airport | 20h15 | 14:35 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO280 · LO133 | 18:20 London Heathrow Airport | 16h35 | 10:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO280+ LO4507 | 18:20 London Heathrow Airport | 17h00 | 11:20 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO280 · LO137 | 18:20 London Heathrow Airport | 27h20 | 21:40 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
A3605 · A3990 | 19:00 London Heathrow Airport | 12h35 | 07:35 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
A3605+ A33154 | 19:00 London Heathrow Airport | 14h40 | 09:40 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
TK1932 | 20:00 London Heathrow Airport | 3h55 | 23:55 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
KL1016+ KL1959 | 20:25 London Heathrow Airport | 17h30 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1016+ KL3100 | 20:25 London Heathrow Airport | 18h00 | 14:25 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1016+ KL3102 | 20:25 London Heathrow Airport | 21h55 | 18:20 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
MS780 · MS9293 | 22:00 London Heathrow Airport | 12h50 | 10:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
MS780 · MS737 | 22:00 London Heathrow Airport | 12h00 | 10:00 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
A3609 · A3990 | 22:15 London Heathrow Airport | 9h20 | 07:35 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
A3609+ A33152 | 22:15 London Heathrow Airport | 17h10 | 15:25 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
A3609+ A33160 | 22:15 London Heathrow Airport | 14h30 | 12:45 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
A3609+ A33154 | 22:15 London Heathrow Airport | 11h25 | 09:40 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
A3609 · A3992 | 22:15 London Heathrow Airport | 14h45 | 13:00 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
TK1984 | 22:35 London Heathrow Airport | 3h50 | 02:25 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 18 March | |||||
AF1381 · AF1390 | 06:20 London Heathrow Airport | 18h30 | 00:50 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO286+ LO4505 | 06:30 London Heathrow Airport | 14h25 | 20:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1000 · KL1959 | 06:30 London Heathrow Airport | 7h25 | 13:55 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
KL1000+ KL3100 | 06:30 London Heathrow Airport | 7h55 | 14:25 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1000+ KL3102 | 06:30 London Heathrow Airport | 11h50 | 18:20 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
KL1000+ KL3106 | 06:30 London Heathrow Airport | 14h45 | 21:15 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 change | |
LO286 · LO137 | 06:30 London Heathrow Airport | 15h10 | 21:40 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO286 · LO135 | 06:30 London Heathrow Airport | 8h05 | 14:35 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
LO286 · LO133 | 06:30 London Heathrow Airport | 28h30 | 11:00 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
TK1988 | 06:35 London Heathrow Airport | 4h00 | 10:35 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
LH923 · LH1300 | 07:30 London Heathrow Airport | 7h15 | 14:45 Istanbul Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Heathrow Airport and Istanbul Airport
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including duty-free shops and brands like Hugo Boss and Victoria's Secret.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 0.73€ (21 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Turkish Airlines Lounge, offering food, drinks, and relaxation areas.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- H-2
- IST-1
- IST-2
- IST-3
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