Cheap flights from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport from £53

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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LHR
1 Feb — 8 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to London Heathrow are usually found in March or February, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 January 2026.

Wed 31/1218:30IST - LHR
1 stop6h 30mLOT
Sun 4/106:30LHR - IST
1 stop15h 10mLOT
Deal found 31/12£226
Wed 31/1218:45IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 4/118:15LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 31/12£490
Wed 31/1219:20IST - LHR
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/118:15LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12£579
Wed 31/1216:00SAW - LHR
1 stop18h 40mKLM
Sun 4/111:45LHR - SAW
1 stop9h 30mKLM
Deal found 31/12£836

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) to Heathrow (LHR). 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 2 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£141

One-way from

£53

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£185
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 16/2-23/2
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 25m total
  • Istanbul to London
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 11/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 30m total
  • Istanbul to London
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£35 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Heathrow

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Fri 13/3

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

London Heathrow

Sun 15/3

10:30-17:25

Nonstop3h 55m

£144

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Fri 30/1

08:10-09:40

Nonstop4h 30m

London Heathrow

Sun 8/2

10:30-17:25

Nonstop3h 55m

£152

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Sat 31/1

07:35-09:05

Nonstop4h 30m

London Heathrow

Sat 7/2

10:30-17:25

Nonstop3h 55m

£152

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Thu 29/1

14:35-16:00

Nonstop4h 25m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/2

18:05-01:00

Nonstop3h 55m

£152

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Sat 7/3

07:35-09:05

Nonstop4h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 11/3

18:05-01:00

Nonstop3h 55m

£154

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Thu 26/2

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

London Heathrow

Sat 28/2

07:00-13:55

Nonstop3h 55m

£156

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Sat 17/1

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

London Heathrow

Wed 21/1

18:05-01:00

Nonstop3h 55m

£158

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Thu 22/1

17:55-20:50

1 stop5h 55m

London Heathrow

Mon 9/2

06:30-16:55

1 stop7h 25m

£159

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Tue 9/6

14:35-16:45

Nonstop4h 10m

London Heathrow

Sun 14/6

19:05-00:55

Nonstop3h 50m

£159

IstanbulLondon

IST - LHR

ISTLHR

Istanbul

Wed 6/5

19:25-21:25

Nonstop4h 00m

London Heathrow

Tue 12/5

12:50-18:50

Nonstop4h 00m

£163

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Heathrow

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport (average of £68). Flying from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £174). 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 IST to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 January 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 57% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Istanbul to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 27 December 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Heathrow. 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 2 January 2026.

The most flights from TR5 to LHR are scheduled on a Thursday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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

How often are flights from Istanbul to London delayed?

About 16% of weekly flights between Istanbul and London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 117 minutes.

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

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated 2 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines and British Airways from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport will take you 4h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1545 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to London Heathrow Airport, with prices starting at £147. Another option worth looking into is Turkish Airlines, starting at £181 return. Users have found that British Airways is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with British Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £54. KLM flights start at £76 while deals on Air Serbia start at £81 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport consider choosing American Airlines (93%), British Airways (85%) or LATAM Airlines (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay £232 for a flight from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £62 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - London Heathrow) is currently priced at £142.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Heathrow 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 Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport (average of £68). Flying from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of £174). 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 2 airlines flying from Istanbul to Heathrow

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Heathrow. 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 2 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£147Average£185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£182Average£280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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