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Cheap flights from London to Istanbul Airport from £81

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 30/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — IST
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from London to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 July 2026.

Sun 6/906:15
LTN
-
IST
1 stop13h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/914:00
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7£144
Thu 24/913:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Thu 1/1020:10
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 19/7£144
Thu 10/907:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 17/909:25
IST
-
LTN
1 stop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£145
Mon 7/913:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Thu 10/920:10
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 20/7£145
Wed 2/907:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Wed 9/914:00
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 30m
Wizz Air
Deal found 19/7£146
Sun 30/818:30
STN
-
IST
1 stop12h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 25/909:25
IST
-
STN
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£147
Thu 3/913:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sat 12/920:05
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 15m
Wizz Air
Deal found 19/7£147
Tue 8/908:30
LTN
-
IST
1 stop12h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/913:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£147
Wed 9/913:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sat 12/920:05
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 15m
Wizz Air
Deal found 19/7£147
Mon 31/807:00
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Tue 8/913:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 19/7£148
Mon 14/916:20
STN
-
IST
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/909:25
IST
-
STN
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7£148
Thu 10/913:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sun 13/920:15
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 20/7£148

Find flight deals from London to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£144

One-way from

£81

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£256

Good round-trip deal

£176 or less

Good one-way deal

£61 or less
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 6/9-9/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 40m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 30/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 35m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 23 July 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Cheapest return flight

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Thu 24/9

13:30-19:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 1/10

20:10-22:15

Nonstop4h 05m

£148

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Fri 4/9

07:05-13:10

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Sun 13/9

13:45-15:55

Nonstop4h 10m

£150

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Thu 1/10

13:30-19:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 4/10

20:15-22:20

Nonstop4h 05m

£153

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 13/9

06:30-21:15

1 stop12h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 15/9

03:45-08:15

1 stop6h 30m

£184

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 1/12

17:05-00:00

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 15/12

14:55-16:20

Nonstop4h 25m

£185

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 22/11

13:20-20:20

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 24/11

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

£185

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 10/12

06:40-13:35

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 16/12

18:45-20:00

Nonstop4h 15m

£186

LondonIstanbul

STN - IST

STNIST

London Stansted

Thu 24/9

17:35-23:30

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 4/10

07:50-09:55

Nonstop4h 05m

£189
Fastest return journey

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 4/10

19:05-00:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 8/10

20:05-22:05

Nonstop4h 00m

£196

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 10/12

06:30-14:00

1 stop28h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 16/12

12:15-17:20

2 stops8h 05m

£197

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Best time to book a flight from London to Istanbul

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of £111). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £279). 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 LON to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 23 July 2026.

When flying from London to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from London to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 July 2026.

The most flights from LON to IST are scheduled on a Thursday (70 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Istanbul Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
London to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between £198 and £316 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £144 on Multiple Airlines (6 Sept–9 Sept).

How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between London and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 132 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 64 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 18 July 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Friday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons 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 23 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines,British Airways, andPegasus Airlines from London to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,454 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,454 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,454 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,129 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,454 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
636 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,454 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.
Wizz Air
6.3
Okay
171 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,454 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

KRK - IST

Of course, when one books a trip in "sardine class," one realizes that comfort is an expensive option. That having been said, the seats were in the seat no comfortable. However, this was more than compensated by the excellent (for coach) food service and the helpfulness of the crew. I also loved that Turkish Airlines does not nickle-and-dime you on luggage. Yes, I would go with them again.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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 to Istanbul Airport?

    For as low as £185, Wizz Air can have you in Istanbul Airport from London in 3h 55m. The distance from London to Istanbul Airport is about 1545 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Ajet (£37), Pegasus Airlines (£41), and Wizz Air (£55) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Istanbul Airport. Users have found that Ajet is 76% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £23 on Wizz Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Pegasus Airlines from £36 and Ajet from £37 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from London to Istanbul Airport are London Stansted - Istanbul, London Heathrow - Istanbul and London Gatwick - Istanbul.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from London to Istanbul Airport consider choosing Icelandair (88%), Avianca (84%) or British Airways (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from London to Istanbul Airport is £153. On average you can expect to pay £1,329. The most popular route, (London Stansted - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £113.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of £111). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £279). 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 London to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 23 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AjetCheapest£37Average£173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£41Average£186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Wizz AirCheapest£55Average£154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£91Average£180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air SerbiaCheapest£96Average£174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£130Average£246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£133Average£226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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LOTCheapest£147Average£274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapest£149Average£233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£154Average£278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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