How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

Wizz Air and Pegasus Airlines can get you from United Kingdom to Istanbul in just under 4h. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h. Airlines will cover a distance of 1527 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Kingdom to Istanbul one-way?

£23 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Wizz Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on easyJet and Ajet, with prices starting from £33 and £36, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

While some choose either London Gatwick - Istanbul or London Heathrow - Istanbul, London Stansted - Istanbul is the most popular route from United Kingdom to Istanbul.

What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

On average you can expect to pay £1,256 for a flight from United Kingdom to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is £129 while the most popular route, (London Stansted - Istanbul) is currently priced at £93.

What are the most reliable airlines from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

Consider Icelandair (87%), British Airways (84%) or American Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from United Kingdom to Istanbul.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

Before booking your flight from United Kingdom to Istanbul check out the most popular airlines for this route: Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines or Wizz Air.

Can I find deals for flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to Istanbul?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Istanbul (average of £144). Flying from United Kingdom to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of £303). 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 GB to IST?

When flying from United Kingdom 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 20% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Istanbul

The most flights from GB0 to TR5 are scheduled on a Saturday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Istanbul delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.

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

Over the past year, British Airways 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 United Kingdom to Istanbul?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from United Kingdom to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 54 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 United Kingdom to Istanbul?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines,British Airways, andPegasus Airlines from the United Kingdom to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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7.4

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Anonymous,Sept 2026

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The plane was old, dirty and ground staff are not good. They are stand offish and unfriendly.

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Anonymous,Sept 2026

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The plane was old, dirty and ground staff are not good. They are stand offish and unfriendly.

British Airways

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The plane was old, dirty and ground staff are not good. They are stand offish and unfriendly.

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Anonymous,Sept 2026

LAX - IST

The plane was old, dirty and ground staff are not good. They are stand offish and unfriendly.

Wizz Air

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Anonymous,Sept 2026

LAX - IST

The plane was old, dirty and ground staff are not good. They are stand offish and unfriendly.

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How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Istanbul?
Wizz Air and Pegasus Airlines can get you from United Kingdom to Istanbul in just under 4h. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h. Airlines will cover a distance of 1527 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Kingdom to Istanbul one-way?
£23 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Wizz Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on easyJet and Ajet, with prices starting from £33 and £36, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from United Kingdom to Istanbul?
While some choose either London Gatwick - Istanbul or London Heathrow - Istanbul, London Stansted - Istanbul is the most popular route from United Kingdom to Istanbul.
What are the most reliable airlines from United Kingdom to Istanbul?
Consider Icelandair (87%), British Airways (84%) or American Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from United Kingdom to Istanbul.
What are the cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul?
On average you can expect to pay £1,256 for a flight from United Kingdom to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is £129 while the most popular route, (London Stansted - Istanbul) is currently priced at £93.
Can I find deals for flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on United Kingdom to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul.
Can I find deals for business class flights from United Kingdom to Istanbul?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to Istanbul?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Istanbul (average of £144). Flying from United Kingdom to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of £303). 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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Ajet	Cheapest£37	Average£198	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Ajet flights
Wizz Air	Cheapest£46	Average£151	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Wizz Air flights
easyJet	Cheapest£50	Average£278	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	Search easyJet flights
Pegasus Airlines	Cheapest£75	Average£205	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Pegasus Airlines flights
Air France	Cheapest£91	Average£254	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Air Serbia	Cheapest£96	Average£168	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Air Serbia flights
LOT	Cheapest£128	Average£249	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search LOT flights
Aegean Airlines	Cheapest£133	Average£280	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time87%	Search Aegean Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	Cheapest£134	Average£303	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Scandinavian Airlines	Cheapest£149	Average£216	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights

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Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 21 September 2026.

When flying from United Kingdom 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 20% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to Istanbul

The most flights from GB0 to TR5 are scheduled on a Saturday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

How often are flights from the United Kingdom to Istanbul delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between United Kingdom and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.

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

Over the past year, British Airways 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 United Kingdom to Istanbul?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from United Kingdom to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 54 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 United Kingdom to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 19 September 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines,British Airways, andPegasus Airlines from the United Kingdom to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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