Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul
LGW — IST
27 Oct — 3 Nov1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Istanbul are usually found in November or January, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 27 September 2026.
Popular in
July
Cheapest in
November
Average price
£166
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price (£47 potential increase over avg. return price).
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How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 73 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 month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul (average of £134). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £302). 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 LGW to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 27 September 2026.
When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 73% versus a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Gatwick to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 26 September 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul
Explore weekly flight availability from Gatwick 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 27 September 2026.
The most flights from LGW to TR5 are scheduled on a Friday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
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 136 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for London to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday 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.
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 27 September 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul, such as Turkish Airlines,Pegasus Airlines, andWizz Air. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
I was in business class on this airplane for a 12 hour flight from Seattle to Istanbul. It was about the smoothest in the most luxurious flight. I think I have ever been on. The staff were excellent and extremely patient which I really appreciate it. Given the opportunity, I will certainly choose Turkish Airlines in the future. Job well done, hope to see you again in the future
I was in business class on this airplane for a 12 hour flight from Seattle to Istanbul. It was about the smoothest in the most luxurious flight. I think I have ever been on. The staff were excellent and extremely patient which I really appreciate it. Given the opportunity, I will certainly choose Turkish Airlines in the future. Job well done, hope to see you again in the future
I was in business class on this airplane for a 12 hour flight from Seattle to Istanbul. It was about the smoothest in the most luxurious flight. I think I have ever been on. The staff were excellent and extremely patient which I really appreciate it. Given the opportunity, I will certainly choose Turkish Airlines in the future. Job well done, hope to see you again in the future
I was in business class on this airplane for a 12 hour flight from Seattle to Istanbul. It was about the smoothest in the most luxurious flight. I think I have ever been on. The staff were excellent and extremely patient which I really appreciate it. Given the opportunity, I will certainly choose Turkish Airlines in the future. Job well done, hope to see you again in the future
Related info for your journey
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What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul is Wizz Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £57 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Pegasus Airlines and Turkish Airlines, starting at £122 and £152 round-trip. Users have found that Wizz Air is 70% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul 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 Pegasus Airlines from £57 and Turkish Airlines from £89 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul?
Consider Pakistan International Airlines (78%), EVA Air (77%) or Sichuan Airlines (76%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul.
What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £51. While the most popular route (London Gatwick - Istanbul) can be booked for £100 on average, our data indicates £1,196 when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport to Istanbul?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul (average of £134). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £302). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Gatwick. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 27 September 2026.
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 27 September 2026.
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