Cheap flights from London to Istanbul from £35

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Wizz Air Logo
13:15 - 19:25LTN-IST
4h 10mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
20:35 - 22:45IST-LTN
4h 10mdirect
£77Wizz Air
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Wed, 8 Oct - Wed, 15 Oct
Wizz Air Logo
13:05 - 20:05LGW-IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
20:50 - 22:05IST-LGW
4h 15mdirect
£77Wizz Air
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Fri, 7 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov
British Airways Logo
07:25 - 14:20LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
14:55 - 16:20IST-LHR
4h 25mdirect
£124British Airways
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Mon, 9 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb
British Airways Logo
19:05 - 00:55LHR-IST
3h 50mdirect
British Airways Logo
20:15 - 22:15IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
£131British Airways
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Sun, 5 Oct - Mon, 20 Oct
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:50 - 22:20STN-IST
6h 30m1 stop
Pegasus Airlines Logo
23:00 - 11:50IST-STN
15h 50m1 stop
£141Pegasus Airlines
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Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 17 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:30 - 12:30LHR-IST
4h 00mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:45 - 16:40IST-LHR
3h 55mdirect
£141Turkish Airlines
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Sat, 4 Oct - Fri, 10 Oct
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:50 - 22:20STN-IST
6h 30m1 stop
Pegasus Airlines Logo
23:00 - 11:50IST-STN
15h 50m1 stop
£147Pegasus Airlines
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Tue, 24 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 01:00LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:30 - 22:25IST-LHR
3h 55mdirect
£155Turkish Airlines
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Wed, 1 Oct - Thu, 9 Oct
Lufthansa Logo
09:50 - 22:45LCY-IST
9h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
14:00 - 18:35IST-LCY
6h 35m1 stop
£230Lufthansa
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Mon, 5 Jan - Wed, 29 Apr
Lufthansa Logo
09:50 - 22:45LCY-IST
9h 55m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
06:30 - 16:40IST-LCY
13h 10m1 stop
£244Lufthansa
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Mon, 9 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

Wizz Air flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Our best Wizz Air deals on London to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Wizz Air
7 Nov
LGW13:05London Gatwick
4h 00m
IST20:05Istanbul
10 Nov
IST20:50Istanbul
4h 15m
LGW22:05London Gatwick
Wizz Air
7 Oct
LTN13:15London Luton
4h 10m
IST19:25Istanbul
10 Oct
IST20:35Istanbul
4h 10m
LTN22:45London Luton
Wizz Air
13 Oct
LTN13:15London Luton
4h 10m
IST19:25Istanbul
17 Oct
IST20:35Istanbul
4h 10m
LTN22:45London Luton

Air Serbia flights from London to Istanbul Airport

Our best Air Serbia deals on London to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Air Serbia
7 Nov
LHR13:20London Heathrow
12h 05m
1 stop
IST04:25Istanbul
10 Nov
IST16:40Istanbul
22h 40m
1 stop
LHR12:20London Heathrow
Air Serbia
4 Oct
LHR19:55London Heathrow
17h 00m
1 stop
IST14:55Istanbul
12 Oct
IST15:40Istanbul
22h 50m
1 stop
LHR12:30London Heathrow
Air Serbia
4 Oct
LHR19:55London Heathrow
17h 00m
1 stop
IST14:55Istanbul
13 Oct
IST16:35Istanbul
21h 55m
1 stop
LHR12:30London 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 16 September 2025.
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LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Wed 8/10

13:15-19:25

Nonstop4h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 15/10

20:35-22:45

Nonstop4h 10m

£77

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 7/11

13:05-20:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 10/11

20:50-22:05

Nonstop4h 15m

£77

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 9/2

07:25-14:20

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 24/2

14:55-16:20

Nonstop4h 25m

£124

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 5/10

19:05-00:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 20/10

20:15-22:15

Nonstop4h 00m

£131

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Tue 3/3

12:50-22:20

1 stop6h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 17/3

23:00-11:50

1 stop15h 50m

£141

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sat 4/10

06:30-12:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 10/10

14:45-16:40

Nonstop3h 55m

£141

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Tue 24/2

12:50-22:20

1 stop6h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

23:00-11:50

1 stop15h 50m

£147

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 1/10

19:05-01:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 9/10

20:30-22:25

Nonstop3h 55m

£155

LondonIstanbul

LCY - IST

LCYIST

London City

Mon 5/1

09:50-22:45

1 stop9h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 29/4

14:00-18:35

1 stop6h 35m

£230

LondonIstanbul

LCY - IST

LCYIST

London City

Mon 9/2

09:50-22:45

1 stop9h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 24/2

06:30-16:40

1 stop13h 10m

£244

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Istanbul Airport

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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, 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 £74. 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 £75.

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 £509. The most expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around £563.

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 £311 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 £519 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?

Fly from London Luton to Istanbul for the best London - Istanbul flight prices

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 £216 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 £196 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 September 2025, prices for London to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 24% 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

£38

Fastest flight time

3h 45m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from London in the past 72 hours is £38. The best return flight deal from London to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £70.
The fastest flight from London to Istanbul Airport takes 3h 45m
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.

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

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

Best airlines flying from London to Istanbul Airport

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Wizz AirPriceFrom £25Free CancellationRating
6.8
1,050 reviews
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Wizz AirPriceFrom £47Free CancellationRating
6.0
151 reviews
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AjetPriceFrom £64Free CancellationRating
6.1
13 reviews
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Pegasus AirlinesPriceFrom £66Free CancellationRating
6.7
638 reviews
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Air SerbiaPriceFrom £101Free CancellationRating
6.2
200 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom £106Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,361 reviews
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Aegean AirlinesPriceFrom £113Free CancellationRating
8.1
787 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom £117Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,469 reviews
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KM Malta AirlinesPriceFrom £125Free CancellationRating
7.2
66 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom £146Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,968 reviews
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  • Turkish Airlines Flights From London to Istanbul Airport

    Turkish Airlines flies from London to Istanbul Airport around 41 times per week, with 3,968 momondo users rating the airline 7.3/10. The cheapest Turkish Airlines deal from London to Istanbul Airport in the last 72 hours was £198 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £312 for Turkish Airlines flights on this route.

  • British Airways Flights From London to Istanbul Airport

    Across 7,361 British Airways reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.6/10. British Airways flies from London to Istanbul Airport about 6 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from £144 to £343. 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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