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Cheapest return fare
$283
Typical prices: $167-$390
Wizz Air
Thu 24/9Thu 1/10
LGW - IST • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$157
Typical prices: $66-$190
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Tue 22/9
LGW - IST • Direct
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Cheap Flights from London to Istanbul (LON-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from London to Istanbul

Thu, 24 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
Wizz Air Logo
13:30 - 19:30
LGW
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IST
4h 00mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
20:10 - 22:15
IST
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LGW
4h 05mdirect
$283Wizz Air
Mon, 7 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Wizz Air Logo
07:00 - 13:10
LTN
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IST
4h 10mdirect
Wizz Air Logo
13:50 - 15:55
IST
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LTN
4h 05mdirect
$288Wizz Air
Tue, 22 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
Lufthansa Logo
16:25 - 02:05
STN
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IST
7h 40m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
03:45 - 15:35
IST
-
STN
13h 50m
1 stop
$296Lufthansa
Thu, 3 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep
Lufthansa Logo
16:25 - 02:05
LHR
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IST
7h 40m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
03:45 - 08:15
IST
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LHR
6h 30m
1 stop
$302Lufthansa
Fri, 2 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:35 - 23:30
STN
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IST
3h 55mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:40 - 16:40
IST
-
STN
4h 00mdirect
$305Turkish Airlines
Fri, 21 Aug - Mon, 28 Sep
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:40 - 12:35
STN
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IST
3h 55mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
07:50 - 09:55
IST
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STN
4h 05mdirect
$306Turkish Airlines
Wed, 9 Sep - Thu, 17 Sep
KLM Logo
17:10 - 01:20
LHR
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IST
6h 10m
1 stop
KLM Logo
17:20 - 20:55
IST
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LHR
5h 35m
1 stop
$319KLM
Wed, 2 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
British Airways Logo
06:50 - 13:45
LHR
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IST
3h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 09:05
IST
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LHR
4h 30mdirect
$321British Airways
Tue, 15 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep
KLM Logo
17:10 - 01:20
LHR
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IST
6h 10m
1 stop
KLM Logo
17:20 - 20:55
IST
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LHR
5h 35m
1 stop
$322KLM
Wed, 2 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
British Airways Logo
06:50 - 13:45
LHR
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IST
3h 55mdirect
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 09:05
IST
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LHR
4h 30mdirect
$324British Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for London to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from London to Istanbul Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London to Istanbul Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Istanbul Airport from London usually cost between $380 and $605 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $283 on Wizz Air (24 Sept–1 Oct).

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul Airport flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The absolute cheapest return flight from London to Istanbul Airport costs $228 on the route between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Istanbul Airport (IST). However, over the past month, flights between London Luton Airport (LTN) and Istanbul Airport (IST) were, on average, 75% cheaper than other London-Istanbul Airport routes. The most popular route is between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Istanbul Airport (IST).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Istanbul?

The average price of all round-trip flights from London to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Istanbul on a Sunday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to London, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London to Istanbul Airport is November, where tickets cost $215 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $534 and $517 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 11% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low season

January
Best time to beat the crowds (47% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (62% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from London to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking London to Istanbul flights

  • Are there onsite hotels at Atatürk Airport?

    The TAV Airport Hotel can be accessed via the terminal but also offers a free airport shuttle if you are staying landside (for this you need a visa). If you do not have a visa you will need to stay in the airside rooms in the hotel.

  • Which terminal at London Heathrow has flights from London to Istanbul?

    Turkish Airlines flies from T2 to Istanbul while British Airways flies from T5 which is the hub for the national carrier of the UK. Be sure to check which terminal you are flying out of before arriving at the airport.

  • Does Atatürk Airport have free WiFi access?

    WiFi access is free for two hours. However, in order to access this your mobile will need to be capable of receiving texts in Turkey. If this is impossible, international passengers can go to Starbucks which has free WiFi for customers, or alternatively you can pay for one of the lounges.

  • What is the safest way to get from Atatürk Airport to Istanbul centre?

    By far the safest and most comfortable option is the private transfer service. It can be pricey as the cost of this service is around EUR25 per person (approximately GBP22) one way, but the car will be for your group alone and could be more reliable than a taxi.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Istanbul Airport was $157 for a one-way ticket and $283 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Istanbul?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Istanbul flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to Istanbul?

    There are direct flights from London to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Istanbul, Pegasus Airlines or Wizz Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Istanbul are Pegasus Airlines and Wizz Air. With an average price for the route of $360 and an overall rating of 6.6, Pegasus Airlines is the most popular choice. Wizz Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $252 and an overall rating of 6.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $258 or less one-way and $1,570 or less round-trip.
  • The main airport that serves the European side of Istanbul is Istanbul Atatürk Airport and is 24km (around 15 miles) from the city centre and is the hub for Turkish Airlines. Non-stop flights from London to Istanbul are operated by British Airways and Turkish Airlines from Heathrow and Gatwick airports.
  • For Turkish Airline business class passengers with a layover after flights from London to Istanbul think about checking into the Turkish Airlines Lounge at Ataürk Airport if you need some peace and quiet. Business and first-class passengers with Star Alliance membership can also use the lounge. Here you can enjoy facilities such as showers, children’s rooms, and cinema as well as drinks and a food buffet. There is also a prayer room for quiet contemplation.
  • For last minute souvenir shopping at Atatürk Airport, the Old Bazaar, with a typically Turkish ambience, stocks various gifts and souvenirs such as Turkish delight, traditional silverware and jewellery, as well as other local foodstuffs including spices, confectionary and the regional olive oil.
  • As the flights from London to Istanbul take just under 4 hours, you might want to know whether the airline will provide food. British Airways has a selection of Marks & Spencer sandwiches and other snacks which all need to be paid for by credit/debit card. Turkish Airlines airline meals and drinks are included in the cost of your ticket so you don’t need to worry about searching around for your card to pay for your meal.
  • For those travelling with babies and children on flights from London to Istanbul you will be happy to hear that Atatürk airport has nursing and baby change facilities as well as play areas for the slightly older children located in both terminals.

Prefer to fly direct from London to Istanbul?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from London to Istanbul.
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Direct departures

London to Istanbul

Monday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Friday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Istanbul to London

Monday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Friday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways,Turkish Airlines,Wizz Air

British Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from London to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from London to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.6
Pegasus AirlinesOverall score based on 633 reviews
5.7Food
6.7Boarding
6.3Comfort
7.2Crew
5.5Entertainment
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Great flight and great crew. Many thanks to them for their hard work making our trip so relaxing.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, June 2026
AYT - SAW
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Great flight and great crew. Many thanks to them for their hard work making our trip so relaxing.

The plane was too hot inside. There was no entertainment and we had to sit on the plane for one hour before takeoff. There was no free wifi.

Online check-in was unavailable for my flight. So I waited 40 min in the queue at the check-in counter. Then, unlike any other airline in the world (and I am a very frequent international flyer) Pegasus was adamant that my CPAP was just another carry on and that I had to pay extra for it. Then, after I had paid in advance for a seat, they insisted I could not sit in an exit row because I was over 60 years old (I'm clearly in good shape and buy exit row seats more or less weekly). We pushed back harder and harder and insisted on talking to the station chief, who spoke with the counter staff by phone (not to me) and eventually relented. Experience on boarf was ok-- for a budget airline.

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The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

All good but air not give the pasing er any food even glase of water

Flight delayed by 1hr when we already boarded because someone had to get off. Leg room is terrible for 6ft people like me.

Cheap and cheerful. It’s a super cheap, no frills flight. Very professional and as it’s an A320 relatively spacious. Seats do not recline. Happy with the service. You get what you pay for. Can’t complain

Far easier than I expected it to be. Checked in online & had our boarding passes emailed through. Straight through security & boarded on time. No issues.

It’s a budget airline. You get what you pay for. They insisted on getting us out of the gate and into our slot on time. They got us to the destination safely. Aircraft was clean and well maintained. What more could we want

Half an hour delay. Squeezed into a small Departure Lounge with very few seats. Noisy flight with screaming unruly kids. Loud IPads and Phones. Heaven!

Were delayed in the airport for 5 hours with no explanation. Flight kept getting delayed by an hour at a time and wizz air staff were no where to be found

4 hr delay and only told less than 2hrs before. Only given water and nuts on the flight as complimentary service. Left to wait in rain before boarding.

To be honest I did not like anything. Communication to why my flight was cancelled mid air 2 and half hours into my flight. Customer service desk were not helpful with providing information or a solution on what can be done.

I have been treated unacceptably by WizzAir aircraft crew in a previous flight, they threatened me and abused me, and I received an OFFICIAL written apology, but only two (2) months later. This flight had no such unacceptable behaviour, but it's not nice to be left waiting in the walkway (from gate to aircraft) for a long time, just so that the 'boarding' appears to be early, even if actual departure is not.

What I liked new airplane Sitting was extremely uncomfortable! Crew not smiley at all Always chewing gum

The flight was cancelled just 4 hours before the take off...

No food on board. Not comfortable. Had to move seats was delayed more than 3 hours.

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