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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport from £85

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — IST
21 Mar — 28 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Istanbul are usually found in March or November, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2026.

Sat 25/418:30
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 50m
British Airways
Sat 2/519:55
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 17/2£118
Mon 16/307:25
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Tue 31/308:15
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 18/2£125
Sun 26/419:05
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 50m
British Airways
Mon 27/420:15
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 17/2£126
Sun 14/608:40
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Tue 23/619:55
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 19/2£127
Wed 10/612:20
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
British Airways
Tue 16/619:55
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 18/2£134
Mon 2/317:55
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Tue 10/314:55
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 18/2£135
Wed 22/407:55
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Fri 1/520:30
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 17/2£138
Sat 7/317:40
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Mon 9/318:40
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 16/2£142
Sat 7/317:40
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Tue 10/314:55
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 19/2£144
Sun 26/419:05
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 50m
British Airways
Fri 1/520:30
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 17/2£146
Wed 17/612:20
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
British Airways
Wed 24/608:15
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 19/2£147
Sat 28/210:30
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Sat 7/307:35
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 17/2£148

Find flight deals from Heathrow to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£118

One-way from

£85

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£188

Good round-trip deal

£370 or less

Good one-way deal

£194 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 25/4-28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 50m total
  • London to Istanbul
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  • British Airways
  • 5/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 55m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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Istanbul

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Price

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 20/3

18:15-01:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 23/3

08:15-09:45

Nonstop4h 30m

£160

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

18:15-01:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 10/3

14:55-16:20

Nonstop4h 25m

£160

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 10/3

06:55-13:50

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 18/3

07:35-09:05

Nonstop4h 30m

£162

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 30/4

13:30-03:40

1 stop12h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 12/5

04:30-12:30

1 stop10h 00m

£168

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 29/4

13:30-03:40

1 stop12h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 11/5

04:30-12:30

1 stop10h 00m

£168

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

18:15-01:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 13/3

14:55-16:20

Nonstop4h 25m

£168

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 27/4

13:30-03:40

1 stop12h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 12/5

04:30-12:30

1 stop10h 00m

£169

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 20/4

13:30-03:40

1 stop12h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 30/4

16:40-12:30

1 stop21h 50m

£170

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 19/3

17:30-00:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 24/3

07:35-09:05

Nonstop4h 30m

£174

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 18/6

06:15-12:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 22/6

08:15-10:30

Nonstop4h 15m

£177

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Istanbul

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 18 February 2026.

Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £128). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £180). 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 LHR to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 19 February 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 17 February 2026.

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

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 19 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport, such as LOT, Turkish Airlines, andLufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LOT
7.5
Good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
LOT
7.5
Good
1,181 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,181 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,224 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,181 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,789 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,755 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented
Wizz Air
6.2
Okay
161 reviews
LOT
7.5
Good
1,181 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Goh Hua Sheng,Dec 2025

WAW - KRK

even though it was only a one hour flight the cabin crew were polite and detail oriented

Related info for your journey

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

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

    British Airways and Air Serbia can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in just under 3h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 15m. London Heathrow Airport and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 1545 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Ajet is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at £37. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Wizz Air and Pegasus Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £53 and £53, respectively. Ajet is 83% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Wizz Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £31. However, be on the lookout for offers from Pegasus Airlines and Ajet, as they are both options that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport are EVA Air (91%), Icelandair (90%) and Avianca (84%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay £873, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £136. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Istanbul), is priced around £118.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £128). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £180). 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 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Heathrow 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AjetCheapest£37Average£132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Wizz AirCheapest£53Average£124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£53Average£151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£93Average£240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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Air SerbiaCheapest£95Average£176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KM Malta AirlinesCheapest£126Average£170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Air FranceCheapest£133Average£190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£138Average£221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£151Average£233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£155Average£232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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