Cheap flights from London to Istanbul from £20

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Wizz Air Logo
21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
04:45 - 06:35IST-LGW
3h 50mdirect
£51Wizz Air
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Mon, 22 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct
Wizz Air Logo
21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
04:45 - 06:35IST-LGW
3h 50mdirect
£51Wizz Air
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Mon, 6 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct
KLM Logo
17:10 - 01:20LHR-IST
6h 10m1 stop
KLM Logo
06:10 - 10:45IST-LHR
6h 35m1 stop
£146KLM
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Mon, 22 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct
KLM Logo
17:10 - 01:20LHR-IST
6h 10m1 stop
KLM Logo
17:05 - 20:55IST-LHR
5h 50m1 stop
£147KLM
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Mon, 22 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct
British Airways Logo
13:20 - 19:15LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
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08:25 - 10:35IST-LHR
4h 10mdirect
£153British Airways
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Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
British Airways Logo
17:55 - 00:50LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 09:05IST-LHR
4h 30mdirect
£154British Airways
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Mon, 3 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:00 - 00:55LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:55 - 16:05IST-LHR
4h 10mdirect
£159Turkish Airlines
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Thu, 6 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:30 - 00:20LHR-IST
3h 50mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:30 - 22:25IST-LHR
3h 55mdirect
£179Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 9 Sep - Thu, 18 Sep
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:50 - 22:20STN-IST
6h 30m1 stop
Pegasus Airlines Logo
23:00 - 11:50IST-STN
15h 50m1 stop
£187Pegasus Airlines
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Thu, 13 Nov - Wed, 19 Nov
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:50 - 22:20STN-IST
6h 30m1 stop
Pegasus Airlines Logo
23:00 - 11:50IST-STN
15h 50m1 stop
£193Pegasus Airlines
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Wizz Air flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Our best Wizz Air deals on London to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Wizz Air
22 Sept
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
1 Oct
IST04:45Istanbul
3h 50m
LGW06:35London Gatwick
Wizz Air
6 Oct
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
9 Oct
IST04:45Istanbul
3h 50m
LGW06:35London Gatwick
Wizz Air
7 Oct
LGW21:50London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST03:50Istanbul
24 Oct
IST04:45Istanbul
3h 50m
LGW06:35London Gatwick

British Airways flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Our best British Airways deals on London to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
British Airways
8 Sept
LHR13:20London Heathrow
3h 55m
IST19:15Istanbul
17 Sept
IST08:25Istanbul
4h 10m
LHR10:35London Heathrow
British Airways
3 Nov
LHR17:55London Heathrow
3h 55m
IST00:50Istanbul
25 Nov
IST07:35Istanbul
4h 30m
LHR09:05London Heathrow
British Airways
16 Nov
LHR18:15London Heathrow
3h 55m
IST01:10Istanbul
25 Nov
IST18:40Istanbul
4h 15m
LHR19:55London Heathrow

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London to Istanbul Airport that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 1 August 2025.
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LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 22/9

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 1/10

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

£51

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 6/10

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 9/10

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

£51

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 22/9

17:10-01:20

1 stop6h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 1/10

06:10-10:45

1 stop6h 35m

£146

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 22/9

17:10-01:20

1 stop6h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 1/10

17:05-20:55

1 stop5h 50m

£147

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 8/9

13:20-19:15

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 17/9

08:25-10:35

Nonstop4h 10m

£153

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 3/11

17:55-00:50

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 25/11

07:35-09:05

Nonstop4h 30m

£154

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 6/11

18:00-00:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 19/11

14:55-16:05

Nonstop4h 10m

£159

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 9/9

18:30-00:20

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 18/9

20:30-22:25

Nonstop3h 55m

£179

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Thu 13/11

12:50-22:20

1 stop6h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 19/11

23:00-11:50

1 stop15h 50m

£187

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Thu 8/1

12:50-22:20

1 stop6h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 18/1

23:00-11:50

1 stop15h 50m

£193

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, March 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 £76. If you are unable to visit Istanbul Airport during the month of March, then departing from London during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £77.

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

The cheapest day to depart from London to Istanbul Airport is on a Monday. Travellers who choose to depart for Istanbul Airport on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as £520. The most expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around £579.

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

Flying to Istanbul Airport from London in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £324 when looking at flights departing in the evening. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are £523 on average. Flights to Istanbul Airport from London in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around £223 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 £206 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.

Can stopping save me money on London to Istanbul Airport flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between London to Istanbul Airport.

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

As of August 2025, prices for London to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 31% 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

£20

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 £20. The best return flight deal from London to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £51.
The fastest flight from London to Istanbul Airport takes 3h 50m
Direct flights go from London to Istanbul Airport every day.

  • How far is London to Istanbul by plane?

    The distance between London and Istanbul is about 1531.5 mi. Typically, this will take 3h 50m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

  • 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 license 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.

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Best airlines flying from London to Istanbul Airport

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Rating
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Wizz AirPriceFrom £25Free CancellationRating
6.8
1,057 reviews
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Wizz AirPriceFrom £49Free CancellationRating
6.0
144 reviews
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Pegasus AirlinesPriceFrom £51Free CancellationRating
6.7
637 reviews
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AjetPriceFrom £74Free CancellationRating
6.1
13 reviews
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Air SerbiaPriceFrom £104Free CancellationRating
6.3
196 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £109Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,222 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £120Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,465 reviews
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Aegean AirlinesPriceFrom £132Free CancellationRating
8.1
781 reviews
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LOTPriceFrom £141Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,105 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £151Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,933 reviews
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  • Turkish Airlines Flights From London to Istanbul Airport

    Turkish Airlines flies from London to Istanbul Airport around 57 times per week, with 3,933 momondo users rating the airline 7.3/10. The cheapest Turkish Airlines deal from London to Istanbul Airport in the last 72 hours was £200 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £329 for Turkish Airlines flights on this route.

  • British Airways Flights From London to Istanbul Airport

    Across 7,222 British Airways reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.6/10. British Airways flies from London to Istanbul Airport about 5 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from £144 to £349. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.


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Flights from London to Istanbul with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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