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Cheap flights from Istanbul to London from £42

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 26/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — LON
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to London are usually found in January or February, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) to London (LON). 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 19 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£75

One-way from

£42

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£193
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 4/11-9/11
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 15m total
  • Istanbul to London
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 26/10
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Istanbul to London
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 39% potential increase in price (£46 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 August 2025.

Tue 4/1114:15IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 15mWizz Air
Sun 9/1113:05LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 18/8£75
Thu 2/1020:35IST - LTN
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Thu 9/1013:15LTN - IST
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Deal found 18/8£75
Fri 3/1020:35IST - LTN
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Thu 9/1013:15LTN - IST
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Deal found 17/8£75
Fri 19/904:45IST - LGW
Nonstop3h 50mWizz Air
Mon 20/1021:50LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 18/8£76
Tue 14/1020:35IST - LTN
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Sat 18/1013:15LTN - IST
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Deal found 18/8£76
Tue 23/1214:15IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 15mWizz Air
Mon 29/1206:35LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 18/8£77
Tue 23/1222:00IST - LTN
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Mon 29/1214:00LTN - IST
Nonstop4h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 18/8£77
Wed 1/1020:35IST - LTN
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Sun 5/1013:15LTN - IST
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Deal found 18/8£78
Wed 10/904:45IST - LGW
Nonstop3h 50mWizz Air
Wed 17/921:50LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 18/8£78
Wed 17/913:40SAW - STN
Nonstop4h 00mPegasus Airlines
Fri 19/919:00STN - SAW
Nonstop3h 45mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 18/8£78
Fri 3/1015:55SAW - STN
Nonstop4h 00mPegasus Airlines
Thu 9/1019:00STN - SAW
Nonstop3h 45mPegasus Airlines
Deal found 18/8£80
Sat 25/1004:45IST - LGW
Nonstop3h 50mWizz Air
Wed 29/1013:05LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 18/8£81

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to London that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul to London that are best for you.

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London

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Price

IstanbulLondon

IST - LGW

ISTLGW

Istanbul

Tue 4/11

14:15-15:30

Nonstop4h 15m

London Gatwick

Sun 9/11

13:05-20:05

Nonstop4h 00m

£75

IstanbulLondon

IST - LGW

ISTLGW

Istanbul

Tue 14/10

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

London Gatwick

Sat 18/10

18:40-10:55

1 stop14h 15m

£75

IstanbulLondon

IST - LGW

ISTLGW

Istanbul

Wed 17/9

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

London Gatwick

Fri 19/9

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

£75

IstanbulLondon

IST - LTN

ISTLTN

Istanbul

Mon 13/10

20:35-22:45

Nonstop4h 10m

London Luton

Sat 18/10

13:15-19:25

Nonstop4h 10m

£75

IstanbulLondon

IST - LTN

ISTLTN

Istanbul

Fri 5/12

22:00-23:10

Nonstop4h 10m

London Luton

Mon 8/12

14:00-21:05

Nonstop4h 05m

£75

IstanbulLondon

IST - LTN

ISTLTN

Istanbul

Sat 11/10

20:35-22:45

Nonstop4h 10m

London Luton

Wed 15/10

13:15-19:25

Nonstop4h 10m

£75

IstanbulLondon

IST - LTN

ISTLTN

Istanbul

Wed 29/10

22:00-23:10

Nonstop4h 10m

London Luton

Sun 2/11

14:00-21:05

Nonstop4h 05m

£75

IstanbulLondon

IST - LTN

ISTLTN

Istanbul

Thu 2/10

20:35-22:45

Nonstop4h 10m

London Luton

Thu 9/10

13:15-19:25

Nonstop4h 10m

£75

IstanbulLondon

IST - LTN

ISTLTN

Istanbul

Fri 3/10

20:35-22:45

Nonstop4h 10m

London Luton

Thu 9/10

13:15-19:25

Nonstop4h 10m

£75

IstanbulLondon

IST - LGW

ISTLGW

Istanbul

Fri 19/9

04:45-06:35

Nonstop3h 50m

London Gatwick

Mon 20/10

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

£76

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to London

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul to London?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to London. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

Booking 55 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul to London. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to London (average of £112). Flying from Istanbul to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). 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 LON?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 August 2025.

When flying from Istanbul to London, 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 88% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Istanbul to London. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul to London flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 Istanbul to London

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to London. 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 19 August 2025.

The most flights from TR5 to LON are scheduled on a Monday (71 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to London. 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 London. Reviews last updated 19 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, andBritish Airways from Istanbul to London 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
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
636 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,283 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Wizz Air
6.0
Okay
146 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,950 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Related info for your journey

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

    Wizz Air, Pegasus Airlines, and British Airways can get you from Istanbul to London in just under 4h. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Istanbul and London are separated by a distance of 1564 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Flying on Wizz Air is currently your cheapest option to London, with prices starting at £48. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ajet and Pegasus Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £56 and £77, respectively. Wizz Air is priced at 50% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    £42 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 Pegasus Airlines and British Airways, with prices starting from £47 and £55, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Istanbul to London?

    Most travelers choose Istanbul - London Heathrow, Istanbul - London Stansted or Istanbul - London City when deciding on the best route from Istanbul to London.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul to London are United Airlines (78%), Icelandair (75%) and JetBlue (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to London?

    While on average a flight from Istanbul to London is generally £373, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £74. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - London Heathrow), you can expect to pay £149 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to London 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to London (average of £112). Flying from Istanbul to London in August is currently the most expensive (average of £164). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Wizz AirCheapest£48Average£89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AjetCheapest£56Average£140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£77Average£146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapest£118Average£169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£138Average£247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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