Question 1

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

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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 £220 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 £202 on momondo.

Question 2

How many flights depart from United Kingdom to Istanbul on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of July 2025, there are 53 flights per day flying from United Kingdom to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00, with 41% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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 £510. 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 £569. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

Question 4

What cabin class options are available on United Kingdom to Istanbul flights?

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

Question 5

How many flights depart from United Kingdom to Istanbul on average per week?

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The number of flights available between United Kingdom and Istanbul is 376 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 6

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

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The average flight duration from United Kingdom to Istanbul depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from London to Istanbul Airport is 3h 55m on average, while flying from Birmingham to Istanbul Airport is 3h 55m on average. Istanbul Airport is the most popular airport in Istanbul.

Question 7

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

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Wizz Air and Ajet are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to Istanbul

Question 8

What is the cheapest United Kingdom to Istanbul flight route?

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

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

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The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from United Kingdom, with most prices found around £74. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of March, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £76.

Question 10

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

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Flying to Istanbul from United Kingdom in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £316 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to Istanbul are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of £511. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 11

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from United Kingdom according to our data. Pegasus Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 12

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

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

Question 13

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

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As of July 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul.

Question 14

How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from United Kingdom to Istanbul.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Best price found	£21
Fastest flight time	3h 45m
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Wizz Air	PriceFrom £25	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 1,056 reviews	Search Wizz Air flights
Wizz Air	PriceFrom £45	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.0 145 reviews	Search Wizz Air flights
Pegasus Airlines	PriceFrom £53	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 628 reviews	Search Pegasus Airlines flights
easyJet	PriceFrom £63	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 1,818 reviews	Search easyJet flights
Ajet	PriceFrom £73	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.1 13 reviews	Search Ajet flights
Air France	PriceFrom £103	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,466 reviews	Search Air France flights
Air Serbia	PriceFrom £105	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 197 reviews	Search Air Serbia flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £107	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,134 reviews	Search British Airways flights
LOT	PriceFrom £140	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,099 reviews	Search LOT flights
Aegean Airlines	PriceFrom £141	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 766 reviews	Search Aegean Airlines flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

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

What cabin class options are available on United Kingdom to Istanbul flights?

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

Wizz Air and Ajet are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to Istanbul

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

How many flights depart from United Kingdom to Istanbul on average per day?

As of July 2025, there are 53 flights per day flying from United Kingdom to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00, with 41% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from United Kingdom to Istanbul on average per week?

The number of flights available between United Kingdom and Istanbul is 376 per week as of July 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Istanbul?

The average flight duration from United Kingdom to Istanbul depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from London to Istanbul Airport is 3h 55m on average, while flying from Birmingham to Istanbul Airport is 3h 55m on average. Istanbul Airport is the most popular airport in Istanbul.

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