How to get to Istanbul from London

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from London to Istanbul

How to get to Istanbul from London by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from London to Istanbul is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Turkish AirlinesVF1988
    11:503h50
    London Stansted Airport
    17:40Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    £541One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Turkish AirlinesVF1988
    11:503h50
    London Stansted Airport
    17:40Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    £541One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Turkish AirlinesTK1984
    22:403h40
    London Heathrow Airport
    4:20Istanbul Airport
    £2361One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Pegasus AirlinesPC1170
    12:153h45
    London Stansted Airport
    18:00Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    £541One-way
    0 changes
  • Pegasus AirlinesPC1162
    14:403h45
    London Stansted Airport
    20:25Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    £541One-way
    0 changes
  • Turkish AirlinesVF1990
    15:403h50
    London Stansted Airport
    21:30Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
    £541One-way
    0 changes

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General Information about the Journey from London to Istanbul

Istanbul lies some 2500 kilometers southeast of London meaning that flying is by far the fastest travel option and the route is well-served with direct flights operated by both country's flag carriers. Adventurous travellers can opt for the 4/5-day train and bus journeys across Europe and through the Balkans.

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FAQs: London to Istanbul

Travel to Istanbul easily. 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.

FAQs
You can travel between London and Istanbul by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Istanbul is a flight with an average price of £33.
The fastest way to travel from London to Istanbul is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 45m.
The London to Istanbul distance is approximately 2498 km.
The average frequency per day from London to Istanbul is:
  • Around 141 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Istanbul as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Istanbul:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Istanbul Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Istanbul, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Pegasus Airlines, AJet, Turkish Airlines, British Airways, LOT Polish Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Lufthansa, KLM, Air Serbia, Fly One, Azerbaijan Ailrines, Air France, tarom, Norwegian Air, Air Baltic to go to Istanbul by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from London to Istanbul:
  • 19 direct flights per day with Pegasus Airlines, AJet, Turkish Airlines, British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from London to Istanbul often also extend their vacation to go to Sofia, Antalya, İzmir, Athens, Ankara. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Istanbul and these popular destinations at a great price.

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