London to Istanbul flight with Pegasus Airlines

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Journey information

Overview: London to Istanbul flight

Flights from London to Istanbul depart on average 88 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

2498 km

Average flight duration

5h 48m

Cheapest ticket price

£34

Flights per day

Direct flights

Airlines

Fastest flight

3h 35m

Cheapest month to travel

August

First flight

06:30

Last flight

23:20

Price information

The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Istanbul

Showing times and prices for 28 Mar

Cheapest price

£207

Average price

£740

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

3 h 44 m

Flights per day

131

Distance

2498 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Istanbul will cost around £740 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £207.

Fast flights

Of the 131 flights that leave London for Istanbul every day 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct flights cover the 2498 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

The slowest flights will take 3 h 45 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.

Cheapest

VF1990

16:253h50

London Stansted Airport (STN)

23:15Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

£2071One-way

0 changes

2nd Cheapest

LO286

06:3015h10

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

00:40Istanbul Airport (IST)

£2081One-way

1 change

2nd Cheapest

LO286

06:308h05

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

17:35Istanbul Airport (IST)

£2081One-way

1 change

W95327

15:154h05

London Luton Airport (LTN)

22:20Istanbul Airport (IST)

£2141One-way

0 changes

PC1166

15:503h45

London Stansted Airport (STN)

22:35Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

£2211One-way

0 changes

London to Istanbul flight times

Showing flights for tomorrow, Friday 28 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Turkish Airlines TK1930 Turkish AirlinesTK1930	05:55 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)	4h00	12:55 Istanbul Airport (IST)	0 changesDirect
wizz air uk W95329 wizz air ukW95329	06:10 London Luton Airport (LTN)	4h05	13:15 Istanbul Airport (IST)	0 changesDirect
Air France AF1381 Air FranceAF1381	06:20 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	18h50	04:10 Istanbul Airport (IST)	1 change
KLM KL1000 KLMKL1000	06:30 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	7h25	16:55 Istanbul Airport (IST)	1 change
KLM KL1000 KLMKL1000	06:30 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	7h55	17:25 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)	1 change
LOT Polish Airlines LO286 LOT Polish AirlinesLO286	06:30 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	15h10	00:40 Istanbul Airport (IST)	1 change
LOT Polish Airlines LO286 LOT Polish AirlinesLO286	06:30 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	8h05	17:35 Istanbul Airport (IST)	1 change
KLM KL1000 KLMKL1000	06:30 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	11h50	21:20 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)	1 change
Turkish Airlines TK1988 Turkish AirlinesTK1988	06:35 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	4h00	13:35 Istanbul Airport (IST)	0 changesDirect
British Airways BA678 British AirwaysBA678	07:00 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	4h00	14:00 Istanbul Airport (IST)	0 changesDirect
wizz air uk W95771 wizz air ukW95771	07:00 London Gatwick Airport (LGW)	4h00	14:00 Istanbul Airport (IST)	0 changesDirect
ITA az217 ITAaz217	07:25 London City Airport (LCY)	11h20	21:45 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)	2 changes
ITA az217 ITAaz217	07:25 London City Airport (LCY)	9h30	19:55 Istanbul Airport (IST)	2 changes
ITA az217 ITAaz217	07:25 London City Airport (LCY)	9h30	19:55 Istanbul Airport (IST)	2 changes
ITA az217 ITAaz217	07:25 London City Airport (LCY)	11h20	21:45 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)	2 changes
ITA az217 ITAaz217	07:25 London City Airport (LCY)	11h20	21:45 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)	2 changes
ITA az217 ITAaz217	07:25 London City Airport (LCY)	11h20	21:45 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)	2 changes
ITA az217 ITAaz217	07:25 London City Airport (LCY)	9h30	19:55 Istanbul Airport (IST)	2 changes
Lufthansa LH923 LufthansaLH923	07:30 London Heathrow Airport (LHR)	7h35	18:05 Istanbul Airport (IST)	1 change
KLM Cityhopper KL978 KLM CityhopperKL978	07:45 London City Airport (LCY)	6h10	16:55 Istanbul Airport (IST)	1 change

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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from London to Istanbul?

The best time to book your flight from London to Istanbul is 84 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the London to Istanbul route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Istanbul per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your flight from London to Istanbul.

Flights

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Airlines: Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines and British Airways London to Istanbul

You can travel by flight between London and Istanbul with Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines and British Airways for as low as £34. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Turkish Airlines is Turkey’s leading airline and you can choose between EcoFly, ExtraFly, PrimeFly, Business Ticket for your next flight between London and Istanbul.

Flight information from London to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines:

Average Duration: 3 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: £119

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.

British Airways from London to Istanbul flight information:

Average Duration: 3 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: £153

FAQs: London to Istanbul flights

FAQs: Take a flight from London to Istanbul hassle-free. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Istanbul.

Cheap plane tickets from London to Istanbul can start from as little as £34 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for London to Istanbul is £130; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by plane from London to Istanbul is 3 h 35 min to travel the 1549 mile long route, with around there are 88 flights per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The earliest flight from London to Istanbul leaves at 06: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest flight from London to Istanbul leaves at 23: 20.

Yes, there are 19 direct flights a day from London to Istanbul with Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, British Airways or AJet. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct flights.

For the journey from London to Istanbul you can take a flight with Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, British Airways, AJet, Aegean Airlines, Lufthansa, LOT Polish Airlines, Air France, KLM, Air Moldova, Air Serbia, Norwegian Air, TAROM, Air Baltic or Azerbaijan Ailrines. Be sure to check out all possible airlines that offer services between London and Istanbul on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Flights from London to Istanbul generally leave from London Gatwick Airport and arrive in Istanbul Airport.

London Gatwick Airport is 46.6 km away from London city centre and Istanbul Airport is 44.4 km from Istanbul city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from London to Istanbul by plane is August.

Yes, you can take a flight to Istanbul from London.

Since neither London nor Istanbul are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and Turkey. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 3 h in winter and 2 h in summer between London and Istanbul.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.

Important Stations and Airports in London and Istanbul

London

Istanbul

The major airport for departures in London is London Gatwick Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Gatwick Airport for your trip from London to Istanbul.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) Wifi