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$62+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Heathrow (LHR)

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 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LHR
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Istanbul to London Heathrow are usually found in March or December, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Heathrow (LHR). 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 January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$183
(British Airways)

One-way from

$62
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$258
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 6/45:35 pmIST - LHR
Nonstop4h 00mBritish Airways
Sat 6/76:30 pmLHR - IST
Nonstop3h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/16$183
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/157:35 amIST - LHR
Nonstop4h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 2/2210:15 pmLHR - IST
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$195
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1012:00 pmIST - LHR
1 stop8h 55mAegean Airlines
Sat 3/1510:15 pmLHR - IST
1 stop9h 45mAegean Airlines
Deal found 1/16$202
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Thu 2/205:55 pmIST - LHR
1 stop18h 05mKLM
Wed 2/268:25 pmLHR - IST
1 stop17h 30mKLM
Deal found 1/15$206
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 4/24:20 amIST - LHR
1 stop16h 15mAir France
Wed 4/97:45 pmLHR - IST
1 stop5h 40mAir France
Deal found 1/16$218
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/205:30 amIST - LHR
1 stop9h 50mAir Serbia
Sun 3/21:20 pmLHR - IST
1 stop12h 05mAir Serbia
Deal found 1/16$231
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Mon 3/246:55 pmIST - LHR
1 stop6h 20mLufthansa
Fri 3/287:30 amLHR - IST
1 stop7h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 1/16$249
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/273:00 pmIST - LHR
Nonstop4h 10mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/55:45 pmLHR - IST
Nonstop3h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/16$258

Find flights from Istanbul to Heathrow within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Heathrow 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Wed 6/4

5:35 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

London Heathrow

Sat 6/7

6:30 pm-12:20 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$183

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Sat 2/15

7:35 am-9:10 am

Nonstop4h 35m

London Heathrow

Thu 2/20

4:35 pm-3:10 am

1 stop7h 35m

$195

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Mon 3/10

12:00 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

London Heathrow

Sat 3/15

10:15 pm-11:00 am

1 stop9h 45m

$202

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Thu 2/20

5:55 pm-9:00 am

1 stop18h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 2/26

8:25 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$206

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

4:20 am-6:35 pm

1 stop16h 15m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/9

7:45 pm-3:25 am

1 stop5h 40m

$218

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Thu 2/20

5:30 am-12:20 pm

1 stop9h 50m

London Heathrow

Sun 3/2

1:20 pm-4:25 am

1 stop12h 05m

$231

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Mon 3/24

6:55 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 20m

London Heathrow

Mon 3/31

1:30 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$249

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Thu 2/27

3:00 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 3/5

5:45 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$258

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Sat 5/24

8:25 am-10:35 am

Nonstop4h 10m

$62

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Sat 3/29

10:00 pm-10:15 am

1 stop15h 15m

$91

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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 Istanbul to Heathrow in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Istanbul Airport-London Heathrow Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-London Heathrow Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-London Heathrow Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-London Heathrow 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 Istanbul Airport-London Heathrow 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 Istanbul to Heathrow

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Heathrow from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Heathrow

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). 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 IST to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 23% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Heathrow. 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 January 16, 2025.

The most flights from IST to LHR are scheduled on a Thursday (52 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

Rainfall in Heathrow by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit London Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Heathrow by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Heathrow 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways, Air France and Lufthansa from Istanbul to London by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Air France
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,921 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Heathrow. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    British Airways, at $183, was found to be the cheapest airline from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Aegean Airlines and KLM. British Airways is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with British Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $62. Aegean Airlines flights start at $91 while deals on KLM start at $101 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport on time: American Airlines (76%), RwandAir (76%), British Airways (75%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport? While on average our users pay $2,523, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $133. The most popular route (Istanbul - London Heathrow), is priced around $180.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,137). 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 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Heathrow

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Heathrow. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Wizz AirCheapest$67Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$175Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$287Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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