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£54 Cheap flights to Istanbul

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Istanbul departing on 1/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Wizz Air Logo
06:50 - 13:50
LTN
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IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
14:30 - 15:35
IST
-
LTN
4h 05mdirect
£100Wizz Air
Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Wizz Air Logo
15:00 - 22:00
LGW
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IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
22:40 - 23:55
IST
-
LGW
4h 15mdirect
£100Wizz Air
Thu, 10 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:10 - 19:05
LGW
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SAW
3h 55mdirect
Pegasus Airlines Logo
09:45 - 11:05
SAW
-
LGW
4h 20mdirect
£119Pegasus Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Ajet Logo
22:30 - 10:30
STN
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SAW
10h 00m
1 stop
Ajet Logo
22:30 - 21:35
SAW
-
STN
25h 05m
1 stop
£119Ajet
Mon, 5 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct
Pegasus Airlines Logo
16:45 - 22:30
STN
-
SAW
3h 45mdirect
Pegasus Airlines Logo
13:40 - 15:40
SAW
-
STN
4h 00mdirect
£120Pegasus Airlines
Sun, 13 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
Ajet Logo
23:00 - 05:00
STN
-
SAW
4h 00mdirect
Ajet Logo
19:50 - 21:55
SAW
-
STN
4h 05mdirect
£121Ajet
Wed, 2 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
British Airways Logo
18:35 - 00:25
LHR
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IST
3h 50mdirect
British Airways Logo
20:15 - 22:15
IST
-
LHR
4h 00mdirect
£131British Airways
Thu, 1 Oct - Mon, 5 Oct
British Airways Logo
08:55 - 14:50
LHR
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IST
3h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
18:30 - 20:30
IST
-
LHR
4h 00mdirect
£138British Airways
Wed, 30 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
KLM Logo
06:30 - 16:55
LHR
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IST
7h 25m
1 stop
KLM Logo
17:55 - 20:50
IST
-
LHR
5h 55m
1 stop
£158KLM
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
KLM Logo
17:50 - 01:20
LCY
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IST
5h 30m
1 stop
KLM Logo
06:00 - 09:30
IST
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LCY
5h 30m
1 stop
£181KLM
Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

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Cheapest return flight

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Mon 2/11

06:50-13:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 18/11

14:30-15:35

Nonstop4h 05m

£100

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Thu 10/12

15:00-22:00

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 16/12

22:40-23:55

Nonstop4h 15m

£100

LondonIstanbul

LGW - SAW

LGWSAW

London Gatwick

Mon 9/11

12:10-19:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 15/11

09:45-11:05

Nonstop4h 20m

£119

LondonIstanbul

STN - SAW

STNSAW

London Stansted

Mon 5/10

22:30-10:30

1 stop10h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 11/10

22:30-21:35

1 stop25h 05m

£119
Fastest return journey

LondonIstanbul

STN - SAW

STNSAW

London Stansted

Sun 13/9

16:45-22:30

Nonstop3h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 16/9

13:40-15:40

Nonstop4h 00m

£120

LondonIstanbul

STN - SAW

STNSAW

London Stansted

Wed 2/9

23:00-05:00

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 29/9

19:50-21:55

Nonstop4h 05m

£121

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 1/10

18:35-00:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 5/10

20:15-22:15

Nonstop4h 00m

£131

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 30/9

08:55-14:50

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 3/10

18:30-20:30

Nonstop4h 00m

£138

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 3/12

06:30-16:55

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 7/12

17:55-20:50

1 stop5h 55m

£158

LondonIstanbul

LCY - IST

LCYIST

London City

Tue 29/9

17:50-01:20

1 stop5h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 6/10

06:00-09:30

1 stop5h 30m

£181

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Istanbul flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from United Kingdom, with most prices found around £83. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of January, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £83.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Istanbul?

£46 is the cheapest deal found on momondo in the last two weeks for a flight to Istanbul. This flight is from Erzurum and is 80% cheaper than most flights to Istanbul. To find the cheapest price to Istanbul from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul from United Kingdom is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as £537. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around £575. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Flying to Istanbul from United Kingdom at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £209 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights to Istanbul are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of £616. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around £233 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from United Kingdom for as low as £206 on momondo.

Cheapest flights to Istanbul

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTNovember22% cheaperFlying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul costs on average just £183 in November
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTJuly46% more expensiveIt costs about £341 for flights to Istanbul from London Heathrow Airport in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO ISTANBUL FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORTAugust213% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Istanbul from London Heathrow Airport in August than any other month

Cheap Istanbul flight deals and tips

Summary info about Istanbul flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

£54

Best Round-Trip Price

£100

Fastest flight time

3h 45m

Popular in

August
The best one-way flight price to Istanbul from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £54 (London Gatwick to Istanbul).
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The best round-trip flight price to Istanbul from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £100 (London Luton to Istanbul).
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The fastest flight to Istanbul from United Kingdom takes 3h 45m (London Stansted to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen).
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August has the highest demand for flights to Istanbul, with a 16% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Istanbul

When is the best time to plan a beach trip to Istanbul?

July or August is widely considered the best time to visit Istanbul to go to area beaches like Kilyos Beach.

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

The best time to book a flight to Istanbul from United Kingdom is 65 days out, which is when prices tend to be around £152. Keep in mind that you might also find cheap flights to Istanbul outside of this time window. In fact, momondo users recently found flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul for £120.

Is there an alternative airport near Istanbul?

Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Istanbul is possible. If you are planning a flight to Istanbul, consider booking flights to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (20 mi from Istanbul city centre), Tekirdag Corlu Airport (55 mi from Istanbul city centre), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (61 mi from Istanbul city centre) or Bursa Yenişehir Airport (62 mi from Istanbul city centre).

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Istanbul?

You can find deals at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport for £232 on average, but that price can change based on your departure airport. To save money, try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Are there flights to Sultanahmet?

Yes, you can travel to Sultanahmet via a flight to Istanbul airport in Istanbul (Sultanahmet is 22.4 mi from the airport).

What’s the closest airport to Taksim Square?

The airport which is nearest to Taksim Square is Istanbul. It is 20.8 mi away and is in Istanbul.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Istanbul?

Prices for flights to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Istanbul?

There are 52 operators available for flights to Istanbul as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly to Istanbul?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Istanbul.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Istanbul?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Istanbul.

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

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Istanbul to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights to Istanbul?

Once all potential Istanbul flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Istanbul right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of Istanbul flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

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