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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — IST
8 Feb — 15 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£141

One-way from

£85

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£165

Good round-trip deal

£418 or less

Good one-way deal

£277 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 6/2-10/2
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 05m total
  • London to Istanbul
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 2/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 35m total
  • London to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (£43 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London Heathrow to Istanbul.

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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 9 January 2026.

Fri 6/206:35LHR - IST
Nonstop4h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/213:50IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1£141
Thu 5/222:35LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 16/212:15IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/1£142
Thu 5/215:15LHR - IST
Nonstop4h 05mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/213:55IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1£143
Sat 14/316:35LHR - IST
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/314:55IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1£145
Mon 9/222:15LHR - IST
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/308:15IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1£146
Tue 17/217:45LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 26/213:55IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/1£147
Mon 23/210:30LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 55mBritish Airways
Fri 27/208:10IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1£147
Thu 5/217:30LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 10/218:40IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1£148
Thu 5/218:00LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 55mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/213:50IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/1£149
Thu 5/206:35LHR - IST
Nonstop4h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/213:50IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/1£150
Sat 21/207:00LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 28/218:40IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/1£151

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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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 5/2

16:35-23:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 12/2

15:10-16:10

Nonstop4h 00m

£149

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 10/3

22:35-05:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 17/3

15:45-16:55

Nonstop4h 10m

£150

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

22:35-05:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 9/3

21:25-22:25

Nonstop4h 00m

£150

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 6/3

18:15-01:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 14/3

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

£154

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 22/1

17:30-00:25

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 26/1

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

£154

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sat 7/3

07:00-13:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 14/3

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

£154

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sat 24/1

17:40-00:35

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 27/1

14:55-16:20

Nonstop4h 25m

£154

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 30/1

10:35-17:30

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 2/2

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

£155

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

07:00-13:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 6/3

08:10-09:40

Nonstop4h 30m

£155

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

06:30-16:55

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 16/2

04:50-07:55

1 stop6h 05m

£158

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Istanbul

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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 2 January 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £124). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £178). 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 9 January 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 10% 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 3 January 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 9 January 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.

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

WAW - JFK

The only thing that I could say I really liked was the speed of travel. I think the flight time was significantly reduced, but I only think happened because there were delays in our departure time. We wound up arriving about 1 hour later than originally planned. A few things that could have improved was the entertainment available on board and also the ability to view the flight details in real time. I was just the lucky passenger to get a busted screen so I couldn't watch any entertainment. The passenger sitting next to me was kind enough to switch seats with me once his move was done. The choices for movies and shows were ok, nothing great, but I was grateful some ok movies were available to pass the time. I was not very happy with the absence of flight details. There was a timer that showed how much time was left in the flight, but no other details. Other airlines I've been with offered interactive maps that showed you where the plane was traveling like a normal GPS app would do on your phone which is super nice to have. Flight attendants were nice and helpful. The clarity of the announcements was terrible. Even in English, I could hardly make out what the person was saying. Please make improvements.

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

WAW - JFK

The only thing that I could say I really liked was the speed of travel. I think the flight time was significantly reduced, but I only think happened because there were delays in our departure time. We wound up arriving about 1 hour later than originally planned. A few things that could have improved was the entertainment available on board and also the ability to view the flight details in real time. I was just the lucky passenger to get a busted screen so I couldn't watch any entertainment. The passenger sitting next to me was kind enough to switch seats with me once his move was done. The choices for movies and shows were ok, nothing great, but I was grateful some ok movies were available to pass the time. I was not very happy with the absence of flight details. There was a timer that showed how much time was left in the flight, but no other details. Other airlines I've been with offered interactive maps that showed you where the plane was traveling like a normal GPS app would do on your phone which is super nice to have. Flight attendants were nice and helpful. The clarity of the announcements was terrible. Even in English, I could hardly make out what the person was saying. Please make improvements.

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

WAW - JFK

The only thing that I could say I really liked was the speed of travel. I think the flight time was significantly reduced, but I only think happened because there were delays in our departure time. We wound up arriving about 1 hour later than originally planned. A few things that could have improved was the entertainment available on board and also the ability to view the flight details in real time. I was just the lucky passenger to get a busted screen so I couldn't watch any entertainment. The passenger sitting next to me was kind enough to switch seats with me once his move was done. The choices for movies and shows were ok, nothing great, but I was grateful some ok movies were available to pass the time. I was not very happy with the absence of flight details. There was a timer that showed how much time was left in the flight, but no other details. Other airlines I've been with offered interactive maps that showed you where the plane was traveling like a normal GPS app would do on your phone which is super nice to have. Flight attendants were nice and helpful. The clarity of the announcements was terrible. Even in English, I could hardly make out what the person was saying. Please make improvements.

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

WAW - JFK

The only thing that I could say I really liked was the speed of travel. I think the flight time was significantly reduced, but I only think happened because there were delays in our departure time. We wound up arriving about 1 hour later than originally planned. A few things that could have improved was the entertainment available on board and also the ability to view the flight details in real time. I was just the lucky passenger to get a busted screen so I couldn't watch any entertainment. The passenger sitting next to me was kind enough to switch seats with me once his move was done. The choices for movies and shows were ok, nothing great, but I was grateful some ok movies were available to pass the time. I was not very happy with the absence of flight details. There was a timer that showed how much time was left in the flight, but no other details. Other airlines I've been with offered interactive maps that showed you where the plane was traveling like a normal GPS app would do on your phone which is super nice to have. Flight attendants were nice and helpful. The clarity of the announcements was terrible. Even in English, I could hardly make out what the person was saying. Please make improvements.

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

WAW - JFK

The only thing that I could say I really liked was the speed of travel. I think the flight time was significantly reduced, but I only think happened because there were delays in our departure time. We wound up arriving about 1 hour later than originally planned. A few things that could have improved was the entertainment available on board and also the ability to view the flight details in real time. I was just the lucky passenger to get a busted screen so I couldn't watch any entertainment. The passenger sitting next to me was kind enough to switch seats with me once his move was done. The choices for movies and shows were ok, nothing great, but I was grateful some ok movies were available to pass the time. I was not very happy with the absence of flight details. There was a timer that showed how much time was left in the flight, but no other details. Other airlines I've been with offered interactive maps that showed you where the plane was traveling like a normal GPS app would do on your phone which is super nice to have. Flight attendants were nice and helpful. The clarity of the announcements was terrible. Even in English, I could hardly make out what the person was saying. Please make improvements.

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Kevin,Dec 2025

WAW - JFK

The only thing that I could say I really liked was the speed of travel. I think the flight time was significantly reduced, but I only think happened because there were delays in our departure time. We wound up arriving about 1 hour later than originally planned. A few things that could have improved was the entertainment available on board and also the ability to view the flight details in real time. I was just the lucky passenger to get a busted screen so I couldn't watch any entertainment. The passenger sitting next to me was kind enough to switch seats with me once his move was done. The choices for movies and shows were ok, nothing great, but I was grateful some ok movies were available to pass the time. I was not very happy with the absence of flight details. There was a timer that showed how much time was left in the flight, but no other details. Other airlines I've been with offered interactive maps that showed you where the plane was traveling like a normal GPS app would do on your phone which is super nice to have. Flight attendants were nice and helpful. The clarity of the announcements was terrible. Even in English, I could hardly make out what the person was saying. Please make improvements.

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?

    Turkish Airlines and British Airways can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in just under 3h 50m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. London Heathrow Airport and Istanbul Airport are separated by a distance of 1545 mi. All flights are typically direct.

  • 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 £47 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 Icelandair (93%), Avianca (89%) and IndiGo (82%).

  • 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 £578, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £114. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Istanbul), is priced around £134.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of £124). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £178). 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

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AjetCheapest£43Average£136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Wizz AirCheapest£50Average£120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£68Average£176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air SerbiaCheapest£95Average£178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£102Average£242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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KM Malta AirlinesCheapest£126Average£189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Air FranceCheapest£131Average£167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£134Average£214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£154Average£248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£154Average£230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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