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C$ 146 Find cheap flights from Istanbul to London

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Istanbul to London departing on 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Istanbul to London, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to London (IST-LON)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to London 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.
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5:10 p.m. - 7:10 p.m.IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
6:35 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
C$ 294British Airways
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Thu, 3 Oct - Mon, 14 Oct
8:30 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
6:35 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
C$ 297British Airways
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Sat, 5 Oct - Thu, 10 Oct
4:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.IST-LHR
10h 00m1 stop
6:55 p.m. - 3:25 a.m.LHR-IST
6h 30m1 stop
C$ 301Air Serbia
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Tue, 1 Oct - Sun, 6 Oct
4:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.IST-LHR
10h 00m1 stop
1:30 p.m. - 3:35 a.m.LHR-IST
12h 05m1 stop
C$ 331Air Serbia
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Tue, 1 Oct - Mon, 7 Oct
5:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.IST-LHR
7h 45m1 stop
4:35 p.m. - 2:10 a.m.LHR-IST
7h 35m1 stop
C$ 342Aegean Airlines
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Thu, 6 Jun - Tue, 18 Jun
3:50 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.IST-LHR
7h 20m1 stop
10:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.LHR-IST
14h 45m1 stop
C$ 343Aegean Airlines
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Fri, 4 Oct - Thu, 10 Oct
2:00 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.IST-LHR
5h 40m1 stop
7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.LHR-IST
7h 30m1 stop
C$ 351Lufthansa
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Tue, 1 Oct - Thu, 10 Oct
2:00 p.m. - 6:35 p.m.IST-LCY
6h 35m1 stop
7:50 a.m. - 9:20 p.m.LCY-IST
11h 30m1 stop
C$ 391Lufthansa
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Tue, 1 Oct - Tue, 8 Oct
1:50 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.IST-LHR
4h 10mdirect
10:25 p.m. - 4:15 a.m.LHR-IST
3h 50mdirect
C$ 405Turkish Airlines
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Thu, 23 May - Thu, 30 May
1:10 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.IST-LHR
3h 55mdirect
10:25 p.m. - 4:15 a.m.LHR-IST
3h 50mdirect
C$ 406Turkish Airlines
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Fri, 7 Jun - Tue, 11 Jun

Flights from Istanbul to London - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What is the cheapest Istanbul Airport to London flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from Istanbul Airport to London.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from Istanbul Airport to London cost C$ 48 and was between Istanbul Airport and London Luton Airport. On average, the best prices are found if you fly from Istanbul Airport to London Gatwick Airport. The average price for a return flight for this route is C$ 254.

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

The average price of all flights from Istanbul Airport to London clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Istanbul to London, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from London, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Istanbul Airport to London, 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 Istanbul Airport to London is May, where tickets cost C$ 103 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and September, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 455 and C$ 373 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Istanbul Airport to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to London, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 28 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Istanbul to London?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting Istanbul to London were found on British Airways (C$ 294) and Air Serbia (C$ 301). British Airways proposed the cheapest one-way flight at C$ 146.

Which airlines fly direct between Istanbul Airport and London?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Istanbul Airport to London.
There are 3 airlines that fly direct from Istanbul Airport to London. They are: British Airways, Turkish Airlines and Wizz Air UK. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with British Airways at C$ 252. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Wizz Air UK.

How many flights are there between Istanbul Airport and London per day?

Each day, there are between 14 and 18 nonstop flights that take off from Istanbul Airport and land in London, with an average flight time of 4h 04m. The most common departure time is 1:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the afternoon, while the most flights land at London Heathrow Airport. Each week, there are 110 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Istanbul Airport and London?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Istanbul to London take?

A direct flight to London will take on average 3h 55m to travel the 3,967 km flying distance from Istanbul.

What’s the earliest departure time from Istanbul to London?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Istanbul Airport at 4:50 am and will be landing in London at 6:55 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Istanbul to London?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Istanbul Airport to London jets off at 11:20 pm and lands at 1:25 am.

Good to know

Low season

September

High season

November

Cheapest flight

C$ 146
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 60% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 40% lower on average.
Flight from Istanbul 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.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips 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 Istanbul to London flights

  • How do you get to the Istanbul Atatürk Airport?

    The most convenient and affordable way to travel to the airport is by the Istanbul Metro Line M1A which will transport you from the Yenikapi to the Atatürk Station. There are also shuttle bus services too that run every half an hour and stop at various places including Taksim Square.

  • Are there any departure lounges at the Atatürk Airport?

    The award winning Turkish Arlines departure lounge can be found at the Atatürk Airport. This lounge is available for all Business Class travellers and various airline membership holders including those on the Star Alliance network. Here you can grab a meal or enjoy a private relaxation room. Three are showers, a library, business areas and playrooms for kids. If you don’t hold a membership there are also various economy class lounges which you can enter for a small fee at the door.

  • What is there to do at the Atatürk Airport?

    If you have time to kill before your flight from Istanbul to London, there is plenty of shopping opportunities at the airport terminal. If you still haven’t finished your souvenir shopping, the Old Bazaar is a good place to get your authentic Turkish products, including beautifully packaged Turkish Delights or Baklava.

  • How do I get to central London from the London Airports?

    A number of the London Airports, including Gatwick and Stansted have Express Trains back into the city. Otherwise, the London Underground has multiple services out to the airports, such as the Piccadilly Line which can get you from Terminals 2 and 3 out to Kings Cross station.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to London was C$ 107 for a one-way ticket and C$ 215 for a round-trip.

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

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to London flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to London?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Istanbul and London, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

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

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

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

    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 Istanbul to London.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to London?

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

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

    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 London from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to London

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 71 or less one-way and C$ 191 or less round-trip.
  • For those with flights from Istanbul to London, it is important to note that Istanbul has a new airport which is one of the biggest airport’s in the world. Flights have been slowly transferred from Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport to the Istanbul New Airport. We recommend checking the airport on your ticket before you fly.
  • Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport has services that fly direct to all five of London’s major airports – Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and London City. There are a number of affordable airlines that fly this route, including British Airways, AtlasGlobal and Pegasus Airlines where you can find some great deals.
  • If you have time before your flight from Istanbul to London, you could visit the Aviation Museum, only a 5-minute taxi ride from the airport. This museum is run by the Turkish Airforce and has a collection of cargo, commercial and military planes that date back to 1912. There are also exhibits with jet-engines, hovercrafts, and helicopters, and plenty of examples of the Turkish Airforce’s military history.
  • Travel can be a huge interruption to your routine. For those who are looking for a place to pray, meditate or observe your religious or spiritual beliefs, there are Prayer Rooms accessible for all. These are located next to the food court once you get through security.
  • If you’re looking for a chance to relax before your flight, you can book in a Swedish-style massage at the Tui Na massage parlour outside of Gate 216. If you’re looking for a manicure or a hair cut, another option is the Parsli Cemil Hair Salon which offers some simple but popular beauty treatments and services.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Istanbul to London?

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

Nonstop departures

Istanbul to London

Monday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Thursday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Friday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Saturday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Sunday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

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Nonstop returns

London to Istanbul

Monday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Thursday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Friday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Saturday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

Sunday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +10 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +11 more

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Top airline flying from Istanbul to London

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to London. 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 Istanbul to London? 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.
5.9
Wizz Air UKOverall score based on 122 reviews
6.9Crew
5.7Comfort
4.9Food
5.9Boarding
4.3Entertainment
Airline reviews

The flight was delayed 5 hours and I'm and invalid,I wan a refund for this

2.0 MediocreGeraldina, Dec. 2023TIA - LTN
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The flight was delayed 5 hours and I'm and invalid,I wan a refund for this

The cabin crew on that flight were super fantastic and super helpful. They were so polite and considerate that i felt i travelled with a 5star airline.

Delayed delayed delayed - always with Wizzair. Staff were friendly and well mannered but clearly the company is unorganized and the aircrafts are outdated.

It's a budget airline. Great for short flight. Smooth landing.

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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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Istanbul to London found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
1/10Tue
directBritish Airways
4h 00mIST-LHR
C$ 146
18/6Tue
directBritish Airways
4h 00mIST-LHR
C$ 148
5/6Wed
1 stopAegean Airlines
12h 00mIST-LHR
C$ 159
5/6Wed
1 stopAegean Airlines
12h 00mIST-LHR
C$ 160
15/7Mon
1 stopKLM
5h 55mIST-LHR
C$ 161
1/10Tue
1 stopAir Serbia
21h 45mIST-LHR
C$ 167
23/10Wed
1 stopAir Serbia
22h 55mIST-LHR
C$ 168
2/7Tue
1 stopKLM
5h 55mIST-LHR
C$ 185
5/6Wed
1 stop
8h 05mIST-LHR
C$ 217
13/5Mon
2 stops
17h 15mIST-LHR
C$ 312

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Last minute flights from Istanbul to London

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Istanbul to London that are departing in the next 10 days.
7/5Tue
directBritish Airways
4h 00mIST-LHR
9/5Thu
directBritish Airways
3h 55mLHR-IST
C$ 440
4/5Sat
directBritish Airways
4h 00mIST-LHR
9/5Thu
directBritish Airways
3h 55mLHR-IST
C$ 454
8/5Wed
directTurkish Airlines
3h 55mIST-LHR
15/5Wed
directTurkish Airlines
3h 50mLHR-IST
C$ 489
5/5Sun
directTurkish Airlines
4h 00mIST-LHR
8/5Wed
directTurkish Airlines
3h 50mLHR-IST
C$ 491
7/5Tue
multi-stopLufthansa
6h 40mIST-LHR
11/5Sat
multi-stopLufthansa
9h 50mLHR-IST
C$ 507
7/5Tue
multi-stopLufthansa
8h 40mIST-LHR
11/5Sat
multi-stopLufthansa
11h 55mLHR-IST
C$ 522
5/5Sun
direct
4h 00mIST-LHR
8/5Wed
multi-stop
6h 20mLHR-IST
C$ 616
5/5Sun
multi-stopAegean Airlines
10h 00mIST-LHR
12/5Sun
multi-stopAegean Airlines
14h 45mLHR-IST
C$ 709
5/5Sun
multi-stopAegean Airlines
11h 35mIST-LHR
13/5Mon
multi-stopAegean Airlines
9h 35mLHR-IST
C$ 790
5/5Sun
multi-stop
21h 20mIST-LHR
8/5Wed
multi-stop
14h 25mLHR-IST
C$ 793

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Istanbul - London Flights

Departure:

Istanbul (IST)Türkiye

Return flight deals:

London - Istanbul

Cabin classes:

C$ 3,054
C$ 1,319
C$ 191

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