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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to London (IST-LON)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to London

Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
6h 30m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
5:50 p.m. - 2:05 a.m.LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
6h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 299Lufthansa
Mon, 12 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 a.m. - 3:40 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
13h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
5:50 p.m. - 2:05 a.m.LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
6h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
C$ 301Lufthansa
Fri, 13 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
Air Serbia Logo
4:40 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
22h 40m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
1:20 p.m. - 4:40 a.m.LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
12h 20m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
C$ 302Air Serbia
Sat, 6 Mar - Fri, 12 Mar
British Airways Logo
2:55 p.m. - 4:10 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
4h 15mdirect
British Airways Logo
10:40 a.m. - 5:40 p.m.LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
4h 00mdirect
C$ 303British Airways
Tue, 1 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
British Airways Logo
7:40 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
4h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
1:20 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
4h 00mdirect
C$ 305British Airways
Tue, 1 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
British Airways Logo
7:40 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
4h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
1:20 p.m. - 8:20 p.m.LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
4h 00mdirect
C$ 306British Airways
Sat, 28 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
British Airways Logo
7:40 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
4h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
7:05 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
3h 55mdirect
C$ 312British Airways
Sat, 28 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Air Serbia Logo
5:45 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
21h 35m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
1:20 p.m. - 4:40 a.m.LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
12h 20m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
C$ 314Air Serbia
Fri, 13 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Air Serbia Logo
4:40 p.m. - 12:20 p.m.IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
22h 40m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
Air Serbia Logo
1:20 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
23h 35m1 stop Belgrade Nikola Tesla
C$ 317Air Serbia
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
British Airways Logo
8:25 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.IST  Istanbul-LHR London Heathrow
4h 25mdirect
British Airways Logo
5:55 p.m. - 12:50 a.m.LHR  London Heathrow-IST Istanbul
3h 55mdirect
C$ 319British Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to London flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Istanbul Airport to London with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to London?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to London start at C$ 299. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 125 to C$ 398. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 299 on Lufthansa.

What is the cheapest Istanbul Airport to London flight route?

Istanbul Airport (IST) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the cheapest Istanbul Airport to London route, averaging C$ 145 round-trip. Other Istanbul Airport to London routes average C$ 414, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to London and is 0% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 72% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to London at C$ 121 round-trip.
  • August (C$ 392) and July (C$ 392) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 222% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Istanbul Airport to London the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to London are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 65% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to London

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Key details for Istanbul Airport to London flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

C$ 120
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 6% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 28% lower on average.
Flights from Istanbul Airport to London Heathrow Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Istanbul to London: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Istanbul to London 
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines-Aug 2026
Give plenty of time. The airport is huge with large amount of walking. Additional security checks at gates which are understaffed add to line ups and wait times.
CharlesFlew with American Airlines-Mar 2026
Recommend you finding another airport for a connection. London Heathrow security process is laborious and very tiring.
EmreFlew with Turkish Airlines-Sep 2024
Do not book the flights to Heathrow as they are star allience joint flights there are a lot of issues with the check-in and transfer documents are not checked in Turkey so there is a huge wait time problem during the border control due to this. It takes approximately 15 minutes for someone to go through checks because of this and if you are back at the que after the flight this issue costs you 2 hours wait time at the airport.
KFlew with Turkish Airlines-Mar 2024
Old entertainment and bad quality headphones, couldn't hear anything. Take your flight headphone to enjoy movies

Your Istanbul Airport to London flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Istanbul Airport to London flights?

    Among airlines operating Istanbul Airport to London flights:

    • Wizz Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Istanbul Airport to London?

    3 airlines operate flights between Istanbul Airport and London. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Turkish Airlines
    • British Airways
    • Wizz Air

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to London?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to London usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and may arrive at several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to London flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Wizz Air: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Turkish Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • British Airways: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Istanbul Airport to London.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to London?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 201 round-trip, compared to C$ 262 via a layover through Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 25–C$ 138 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to London pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to London most commonly connect through:

    • Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Belgrade Nikola Tesla (BEG) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Istanbul Airport to London route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 206 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 352, a difference of C$ 146. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Istanbul Airport to London?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to London route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 48 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to London spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to London flights, with 37% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 26%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 12%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in London?

    Some of the most popular sights in London are Paddington Station, Central London, and London Victoria Station. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to London:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:40 am and lands at 11:46 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:40 pm and lands at 2:46 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 06m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Airport to London flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 106% above the route average of C$ 204. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Istanbul Airport to London take?

    A direct flight from Istanbul Airport to London takes 4h 06m, covering 3,967 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to London?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to London looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 133, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Istanbul Airport to London?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Istanbul Airport to London?

    Flying via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 29m, compared with 9h 08m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 10h 35m via Chișinău Intl (RMO).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and London?

    London is 2 hours behind Istanbul Airport (British Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in London?

    Since London is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates from around C$ 10:

    · GREEN MOTION
    · DRIVALIA
    · Europcar
    · Alamo
    · Hertz

    Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – daily rates from around C$ 12:

    · GREEN MOTION
    · DRIVALIA
    · U-Save
    · Europcar
    · Alamo

    Near London City Airport (LCY) – daily rates from around C$ 15:

    · GREEN MOTION
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Avis
    · Sixt

    Near London Luton Airport (LTN) – daily rates from around C$ 15:

    · GREEN MOTION
    · DRIVALIA
    · Alamo
    · Europcar
    · Budget

    Near London Stansted Airport (STN) – daily rates from around C$ 14:

    · GREEN MOTION
    · DRIVALIA
    · Europcar
    · Alamo
    · U-Save

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to London flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to London range from C$ 125 to C$ 398, with an average of C$ 204 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 125 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to London flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 206 – about C$ 146 less than Sunday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 65% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to London trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 121 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 270 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, British Airways is the strongest pick on this route. 89% of British Airways flights from Istanbul Airport to London arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 86%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour48 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near London City Airport

    · Crowne Plaza London Docklands By IHG
    · Good Hotel London
    · Novotel London Excel

    Near London Heathrow Airport

    · Hilton London Heathrow Airport

    Near London Gatwick Airport

    · Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to London?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to London, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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