Cheap flights from London to Istanbul from £31

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul (average of £151). Flying from London to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £439). 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.

• Can I find flights from London to Istanbul for under £100 on Cheapflights?

  Yes, there are multiple flights from London to Istanbul for under £100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Wizz Air UK for just £55, but on average you can expect to pay £70.

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

  Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from London to Istanbul under £100. A good price for a nonstop flight from London to Istanbul is less than £70.

• Are there last-minute flights available from London to Istanbul for under £100?

  There are currently 20+ open flights from London to Istanbul within the next 7 days for less than £100.

• What days are direct flights available from London to Istanbul?

  Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

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

  Per day, 43 flights depart from London to Istanbul on average.
  Morning (6am - Midday) - 37% of flight departures
  Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 21% of flight departures
  Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 42% of flight departures

• How long is the flight from London to Istanbul?

  Fly via Wizz Air UK to get the fastest option. The distance from London to Istanbul is about 1555 mi Most flights are nonstop.

• What is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Istanbul round-trip?

  Wizz Air UK, at £55, was found to be the cheapest airline from London to Istanbul.. Users have found that Wizz Air UK is 73% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

  Most travelers choose London Heathrow - Istanbul, London City - Istanbul or London Stansted - Istanbul when deciding on the best route from London to Istanbul.

• What are the most popular airlines that fly from London to Istanbul?

  Sichuan Airlines, AnadoluJet and Aegean Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from London to Istanbul.

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

  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 London to Istanbul on time: Icelandair (90%), American Airlines (86%), British Airways (83%).

• What are the cheapest flights from London to Istanbul?

  Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £128. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Istanbul) can be booked for £131 on average our data indicates £735 when flying from London to Istanbul.

• What does LHR to IST mean?

  This is defined as London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Istanbul Airport (IST). Codes like Istanbul Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO), Tekirdag Corlu Airport (TEQ) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

• Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Istanbul?

  Most of the time, London to Istanbul flights that have stopovers will stop in Warsaw. Warsaw is followed by Athens in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from London to Istanbul.

• What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Athens?

  Kolonaki Square, Acropolis, and Syntagma Square are the most popular attractions in Athens if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Kolonaki Square, Acropolis, and Syntagma Square are located about 11.4 mi, 12.1 mi, and 11.8 mi, respectively from Athens Eleftherios V.. Those landing in Athens looking to spend some time exploring during their stopover can hire a car for about £17 per day.

• Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Istanbul flights?

  The least popular stopover on flights from London to Istanbul is Frankfurt am Main.

• 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 holiday 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 flight deals updated?

  The London to Istanbul flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 20/4.

• What are the most eco-friendly airlines from London to Istanbul?

  Turkish Airlines offer direct flights for this route to Istanbul from London and thereby promote sustainable travel. Booking a direct flight to cover the short four-hour trip is the best way to contribute to eco-friendly flying. You will be making an eco-conscious choice by booking with this airline as they are Turkey's leading environmental carriers. Their contribution starts on the ground. The airline has developed a program that recycles and replenishes soil in the aircraft maintenance and repair sector. This program turns their waste into useable farming material that is non-hazardous. The airline also runs community programs that teach the local people how to live and work more sustainably.

• How can I fly more sustainably from London to Istanbul?

  Turkish Airlines does have the option of green aeroplanes in its fleet, the best way to make sure your flight is making use of those aircraft is to untick all other planes on the "Aircraft" filter tab of the Cheapflights website. Select the Airbus A320neo, A350-900 or the Boeing 787-9 crafts which are newer more fuel-efficient aircrafts, reducing your carbon footprint by at least 25%. Booking an economy class ticket also helps reduce your personal carbon footprint by 50%, and Turkish Airlines have a world-class economy class standard for their flights. They offer free meals, on board entertainment and comfortable seats, meaning you will not be compromising on luxury by booking an economy class ticket with this airline. Remember to pack your own earphones and take them off the aeroplane with you to continue using to further reduce your contribution to unnecessary waste on board.