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Cheap flights from London to Istanbul Airport from $99

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KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from London to Istanbul.
21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST
4h 00mdirect
04:35 - 06:35IST-LGW
4h 00mdirect
$116Wizz Air
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Tue, 13 May - Tue, 20 May
21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST
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$122Wizz Air
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Mon, 12 May - Fri, 23 May
20:50 - 20:35LGW-IST
21h 45m1 stop
04:35 - 06:35IST-LGW
4h 00mdirect
Tue, 13 May - Tue, 20 May
19:25 - 08:30LTN-IST
11h 05m1 stop
20:35 - 22:35IST-LTN
4h 00mdirect
Mon, 12 May - Fri, 23 May
18:35 - 00:25LHR-IST
3h 50mdirect
20:25 - 22:25IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
$307British Airways
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Mon, 12 May - Fri, 23 May
18:30 - 00:20LHR-IST
3h 50mdirect
20:25 - 22:25IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
$315British Airways
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Sat, 10 May - Fri, 23 May
18:00 - 23:55LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
20:30 - 22:25IST-LHR
3h 55mdirect
$323Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 13 May - Tue, 20 May
16:40 - 22:40LHR-IST
4h 00mdirect
14:45 - 16:40IST-LHR
3h 55mdirect
$326Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 30 Apr - Wed, 7 May
13:05 - 07:55STN-IST
16h 50m1 stop
21:25 - 12:20IST-STN
16h 55m1 stop
$568Pegasus Airlines
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Tue, 22 Apr - Fri, 2 May
13:05 - 08:00STN-IST
16h 55m1 stop
21:25 - 12:20IST-STN
16h 55m1 stop
$606Pegasus Airlines
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Sat, 3 May - Mon, 5 May

Wizz Air flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Our best Wizz Air deals on London to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Wizz Air
13 May
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
20 May
IST04:35Istanbul
4h 00m
LGW06:35London Gatwick
Wizz Air
12 May
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
23 May
IST04:35Istanbul
4h 00m
LGW06:35London Gatwick
Wizz Air
12 May
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
21 May
IST04:35Istanbul
4h 00m
LGW06:35London Gatwick

Lufthansa flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Our best Lufthansa deals on London to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Lufthansa
15 Sept
LHR08:30London Heathrow
10h 50m
1 stop
IST21:20Istanbul
25 Sept
IST14:00Istanbul
6h 40m
1 stop
LHR18:40London Heathrow
Lufthansa
21 June
LHR07:30London Heathrow
11h 50m
1 stop
IST21:20Istanbul
28 June
IST17:55Istanbul
6h 15m
1 stop
LHR22:10London Heathrow
Lufthansa
1 Apr
LHR08:30London Heathrow
6h 30m
1 stop
IST17:00Istanbul
7 Apr
IST06:10Istanbul
6h 30m
1 stop
LHR10:40London Heathrow

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Istanbul Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from London to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $164. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in January, then you should wait until November to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $181.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Istanbul Airport from London. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $605. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul Airport on Saturday is $1,954.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from London to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $375. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Istanbul Airport are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,200. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from London when booking 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $463 when searching 14 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from London for as low as $437 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on London to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have London to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2025, prices for London to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 27% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from London to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap London to Istanbul Airport (LON to IST) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$99

Fastest flight time

3h 50m

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from London in the past 72 hours is $99. The best return flight deal from London to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $116.
The fastest flight from London to Istanbul Airport takes 3h 50m
Direct flights go from London to Istanbul Airport on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: British Airways and Turkish Airlines..

  • How far is London to Istanbul by plane?

    Istanbul is 2464.8 km away from London. By plane, this route typically takes 3h 50m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Istanbul Airport?

    Prices for flights from London to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Istanbul Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from London to Istanbul Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London to Istanbul Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from London to Istanbul Airport?

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Best airlines flying from London to Istanbul Airport

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Pegasus AirlinesPriceFrom $189Free cancellationRating
6.7
614 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $403Free cancellationRating
7.3
3,748 reviews
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  • Turkish Airlines Flights From London to Istanbul Airport

    Turkish Airlines flight deals from London to Istanbul Airport start from $253 round-trip. Over the 44 Turkish Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $286 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.


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Can I find flights from London to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Istanbul from London on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from London to Istanbul?

Once you have performed a search for London to Istanbul flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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