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$47+ Cheap flights from London (LON) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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The best prices from London to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated octubre 29, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$95
(Wizz Air)

One-way from

$47
(Wizz Air)
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Cheapest flights from London to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 29, 2024.

This Wizz Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Wizz Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/282:05 pmLGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air UK
sáb. 11/302:20 pmIST - LGW
Nonstop4h 20mWizz Air UK
Deal found 10/28$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/108:10 amLGW - IST
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/162:20 pmIST - LGW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$112
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/296:15 pmLHR - IST
Nonstop3h 55mBritish Airways
mar. 12/176:30 pmIST - LHR
Nonstop4h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/28$181
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/106:30 amLHR - IST
1 stop8h 05mLOT
lun. 12/166:30 pmIST - LHR
1 stop6h 30mLOT
Deal found 10/28$186
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/99:15 amLGW - IST
1 stop12h 00mWizz Air
jue. 12/1212:55 amIST - LGW
1 stop10h 40mWizz Air
Deal found 10/29$193
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/26:30 amLHR - IST
1 stop7h 25mKLM
sáb. 12/75:55 pmIST - LHR
1 stop16h 45mKLM
Deal found 10/28$202
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/262:45 pmLHR - IST
1 stop10h 25mAir France
mar. 12/35:10 amIST - LHR
1 stop19h 15mAir France
Deal found 10/29$205
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/179:00 amLHR - IST
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
mar. 11/265:55 pmIST - LHR
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$206
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/126:00 amLGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mTurkish Airlines
vie. 11/158:00 amIST - LGW
Nonstop4h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/28$224
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/161:30 pmLHR - IST
1 stop6h 15mLufthansa
sáb. 11/236:55 pmIST - LHR
1 stop6h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 10/29$237
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/2010:15 pmLHR - IST
1 stop9h 20mAegean Airlines
dom. 11/2411:35 amIST - LHR
1 stop6h 55mAegean Airlines
Deal found 10/28$240
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/277:45 amLCY - IST
1 stop6h 10mKLM
mié. 12/45:55 pmIST - LCY
1 stop16h 20mKLM
Deal found 10/28$243

Find flights from London to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from London to Istanbul 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, Cheapflights users made 2,539,541 searches. Data last updated octubre 29, 2024.

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London GatwickIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

jue. 1/2

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

jue. 1/9

Nonstop4h 20m

$95

London GatwickIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

mar. 12/10

1 stop7h 35m

Istanbul

lun. 12/16

Nonstop4h 20m

$112

London HeathrowIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

mié. 2/26

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

mié. 3/5

Nonstop4h 20m

$171

London HeathrowIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

mié. 11/27

1 stop8h 05m

Istanbul

mié. 12/4

1 stop6h 30m

$193

London HeathrowIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

mar. 11/26

1 stop5h 35m

Istanbul

mar. 12/3

1 stop19h 15m

$202

London GatwickIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

mié. 11/27

1 stop7h 45m

Istanbul

jue. 11/28

1 stop14h 45m

$204

London HeathrowIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

mié. 11/13

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

sáb. 11/23

1 stop5h 55m

$215

London HeathrowIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

lun. 3/3

1 stop9h 20m

Istanbul

lun. 3/10

1 stop6h 55m

$220

London GatwickIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

mar. 11/12

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

vie. 11/15

Nonstop4h 20m

$224

London HeathrowIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

vie. 2/7

1 stop6h 15m

Istanbul

mar. 2/11

1 stop5h 55m

$227

London HeathrowIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

vie. 4/11

1 stop11h 45m

Istanbul

mar. 4/22

1 stop21h 35m

$247

London GatwickIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

sáb. 4/12

1 stop27h 40m

Istanbul

lun. 4/21

1 stop26h 50m

$290

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Deals found on 10/29

Compare providers for flights from London to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from London to Istanbul in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Booking.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyNo Information
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
business-class.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on London-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on London-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from London-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on London-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for London-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from London to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from London to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from London to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from London to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of $898). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 29, 2024.

When flying from London to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from London to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated octubre 29, 2024.

The most flights from LON to IST are scheduled on a Monday (59 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated octubre 29, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from London to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Air France, airBaltic and Lufthansa. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.2
Very good
765 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew chief was impolite, not trying to help customers rather yelling at them

8.2
Very good
765 reviews
8.2
Very good
765 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew chief was impolite, not trying to help customers rather yelling at them

7.8
Good
1,351 reviews
8.2
Very good
765 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew chief was impolite, not trying to help customers rather yelling at them

7.7
Good
189 reviews
8.2
Very good
765 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew chief was impolite, not trying to help customers rather yelling at them

7.6
Good
1,202 reviews
8.2
Very good
765 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew chief was impolite, not trying to help customers rather yelling at them

7.4
Good
1,536 reviews
8.2
Very good
765 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Overall

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew chief was impolite, not trying to help customers rather yelling at them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Can I find flights from London to Istanbul Airport for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from London to Istanbul Airport for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Wizz Air UK for just $95, but on average you can expect to pay $238.

  • Are there nonstop flights from London to Istanbul Airport for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 5 direct flights from London to Istanbul Airport under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from London to Istanbul Airport is less than $205.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from London to Istanbul Airport for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from London to Istanbul Airport within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from London to Istanbul Airport?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from London to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 11 flights from London to Istanbul Airport a day.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 45% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 55% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from London to Istanbul Airport?

    For as low as $95, Wizz Air UK can have you in Istanbul Airport from London in 4h. London and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 1555 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London to Istanbul Airport is Wizz Air UK. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $95 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are British Airways and LOT, starting at $171 and $193 round-trip. Wizz Air UK is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Wizz Air UK, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $47. Wizz Air flights start at $81 while deals on Aegean Airlines start at $98 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Istanbul Airport?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to Istanbul Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from London to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Icelandair (68%), British Airways (54%) or Avianca (54%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Istanbul Airport?

    While on average a flight from London to Istanbul Airport is generally $1,460, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $179. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Istanbul), you can expect to pay $179 for that flight.

  • What does LHR to IST mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a LHR to IST flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN), London City Airport (LCY), London Southend Airport (SEN).

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your London to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from London to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter London to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from London to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from London to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on London to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the London to Istanbul Airport flight deals updated?

    The London to Istanbul Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/29.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of $898). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from London to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from London to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,539,541 searches. Data last updated octubre 29, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Wizz Air UKCheapest$63Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AnadoluJetCheapest$93Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AjetCheapest$107Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$143Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$154Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
British AirwaysCheapest$168Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$175Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LOTCheapest$203Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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