Cheap flights from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul
STN — IST
27 Oct — 3 Nov1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Stansted to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Stansted (STN) 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
August
Cheapest in
January
Average price
£141
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price (£44 potential increase over avg. return price).
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How far ahead should I book a flight from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul, 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 month to book a flight from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul (average of £90). Flying from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £291). 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 STN to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Stansted 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.
It’s typically best to fly out from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Stansted to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 26 September 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Stansted Airport to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between London and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 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, Ajet have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% 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 Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Istanbul round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul round-trip from £47. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ajet, from £69, and Pegasus Airlines, from £77. Wizz Air is 72% 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 Stansted Airport to Istanbul one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul are Pegasus Airlines (£38), Ajet (£38), and Turkish Airlines (£91).
What are the cheapest flights from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul?
While on average a flight from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul is generally £1,157, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £102. When looking at the most popular route, (London Stansted - Istanbul), you can expect to pay £104 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Stansted to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Stansted 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 Stansted Airport to Istanbul?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul (average of £90). Flying from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of £291). 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 Stansted. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 27 September 2026.
Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Stansted 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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Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Istanbul from Stansted today and book when prices fit your budget.
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