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Cheap flights from London to Istanbul Airport from £61

LON — IST
9 Dec — 16 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from London to Istanbul

Sat 14/1110:05 -
Nonstop3h 55m
Thu 19/1115:25 -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 5/11£122
Sat 14/1110:05 -
Nonstop3h 55m
Fri 20/1121:30 -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 5/11£126
Sun 6/1217:25 -
Nonstop3h 50m
Sun 13/1215:25 -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 8/11£127
Thu 31/1220:00 -
1 stop10h 15m
Fri 15/109:55 -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 5/11£133
Thu 31/1219:55 -
1 stop10h 20m
Fri 15/109:55 -
1 stop6h 05m
Deal found 5/11£139
Thu 31/1220:00 -
1 stop10h 15m
Tue 19/109:55 -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 8/11£143
Thu 12/1106:30 -
Nonstop3h 55m
Thu 19/1115:25 -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 5/11£143
Thu 12/1106:30 -
Nonstop3h 55m
Fri 20/1115:25 -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 5/11£144
Wed 2/1206:00 -
1 stop9h 25m
Tue 12/123:10 -
1 stop11h 35m
Deal found 4/11£144
Wed 11/1110:55 -
Nonstop4h 00m
Fri 20/1115:15 -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 5/11£144
Sun 15/1106:30 -
Nonstop3h 55m
Thu 19/1115:25 -
Nonstop4h 05m
Deal found 5/11£146
Thu 31/1210:35 -
1 stop28h 00m
Mon 1/215:00 -
1 stop10h 00m
Deal found 4/11£147

Find flight deals from London to Istanbul

Round-trip from

£121

One-way from

£61

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£128

Good round-trip deal

£165 or less

Good one-way deal

£94 or less
Wizz Air
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  • 12/1-19/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 35m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 12/1-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 15m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Istanbul.
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LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Tue 9/2

20:00-09:15

1 stop10h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£70

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Fri 5/2

20:00-09:15

1 stop10h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£78

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Wed 6/1

20:00-09:15

1 stop10h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£82

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Mon 15/3

19:15-10:50

2 stops12h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£85

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Sun 7/3

16:25-09:15

2 stops13h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£86

LondonIstanbul

LGW London Gatwick - IST Istanbul

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 5/3

06:30-21:00

1 stop11h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£88

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Tue 8/12

20:00-09:15

1 stop10h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£89

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Thu 3/12

15:15-09:15

1 stop15h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£94

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Sat 9/1

06:50-12:40

1 stop26h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£95

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Sat 12/12

05:55-18:20

1 stop9h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£95

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Best time to book a flight from London to Istanbul

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Cheapflights Insights

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of £134). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £281). 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?

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 42% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from London to Istanbul Airport

The most flights from LON to IST are scheduled on a Saturday (66 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
London to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between £93 and £174 in January.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £121 on Wizz Air (12 Jan–19 Jan).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London to Istanbul Airport?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 27% of one-stop itineraries from London to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London to Istanbul Airport?

Chisinau (RMO) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £150.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 5h 40m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London to Istanbul Airport?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 18m.

How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between London and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 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 60 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?

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

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines,Pegasus Airlines, andBritish Airways 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
4,467 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deborah,Nov 2026

JFK - IST

I got locked out of my earthlink account while using the Turkish Airlines wifi. I am still working on getting it back.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,467 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,467 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deborah,Nov 2026

JFK - IST

I got locked out of my earthlink account while using the Turkish Airlines wifi. I am still working on getting it back.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
600 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,467 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deborah,Nov 2026

JFK - IST

I got locked out of my earthlink account while using the Turkish Airlines wifi. I am still working on getting it back.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,287 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deborah,Nov 2026

JFK - IST

I got locked out of my earthlink account while using the Turkish Airlines wifi. I am still working on getting it back.
Wizz Air
6.3
Okay
173 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

7.5

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deborah,Nov 2026

JFK - IST

I got locked out of my earthlink account while using the Turkish Airlines wifi. I am still working on getting it back.

Related info for your journey

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

    For as low as £163, 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, Wizz Air (£46), AJet (£68), and Pegasus Airlines (£78) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Istanbul Airport. Users have found that Wizz Air is 72% 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 £32 on Wizz Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include AJet from £38 and Pegasus Airlines from £38 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 Gatwick - Istanbul, London Stansted - Istanbul and London Heathrow - 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 (90%), Avianca (84%) or Turkish Airlines (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 £131. On average you can expect to pay £744. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Istanbul), can usually be booked for £132.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of £134). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £281). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Wizz AirCheapest£46Average£159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AJetCheapest£68Average£176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£78Average£167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Air SerbiaCheapest£108Average£168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£135Average£295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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LOTCheapest£136Average£248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£140Average£255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£147Average£180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£153Average£238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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KLMCheapest£159Average£298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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