Journey information
Overview: London to Istanbul Airport flight
Flights from London to Istanbul Airport depart on average 128 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 19 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:55, the last at 21:10. The fastest flight covers the 2468 km distance in 3h 40m. September is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2468 km |
Average flight duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Flights per day 128 |
Direct flights 19 |
Fastest flight 3h 40m |
Cheapest month to travel September |
First flight 06:55 |
Last flight 21:10 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Istanbul Airport
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£158
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 12 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
2468 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London 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 to Istanbul Airport will cost around £158 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £51.
Of the 5 flights that leave London for Istanbul Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 2468 km distance in an average of 7 h 12 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest flights will take 12 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.










Live departures
London to Istanbul Airport flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Istanbul Airport flights for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:15 London | 11h35 | 20:50 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 London | 3h45 | 15:00 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:10 London | 12h55 | 04:05 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:45 London | 3h45 | 19:30 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:10 London | 4h00 | 02:10 Istanbul Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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FAQs: London to Istanbul Airport flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 and Istanbul Airport
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 4.2€ (£3.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, including the First Class Lounge.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- DLR
- Bus 473
- Bus 474
- 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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