Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from London to Istanbul on average per week?

As of December 2025, 242 flights take off from London and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between London and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 132 minutes.

How many flights depart from London to Istanbul on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 34 flights per day flying from London to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 17:00, with 50% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Istanbul?

Air Serbia and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from London to Istanbul

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Istanbul?

Prices for flights from London to Istanbul refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Istanbul?

The number of operators available for flights from London to Istanbul is 2 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Istanbul?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Istanbul.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Istanbul?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from ₹ 13,249 to ₹ 37,042. The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 16,583.

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10:30 - 17:25

LHR

IST

3h 55mdirect

14:55 - 16:20

IST

LHR

4h 25mdirect

₹ 16,583British Airways

Mon, 23 Feb - Tue, 24 Feb

07:00 - 13:55

LHR

IST

3h 55mdirect

18:40 - 19:55

IST

LHR

4h 15mdirect

₹ 16,673British Airways

Fri, 13 Mar - Thu, 19 Mar

18:15 - 01:10

LHR

IST

3h 55mdirect

14:35 - 16:00

IST

LHR

4h 25mdirect

₹ 16,763British Airways

Sun, 15 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb

06:40 - 13:35

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IST

3h 55mdirect

18:40 - 19:55

IST

LHR

4h 15mdirect

₹ 17,575British Airways

Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar

07:00 - 13:55

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IST

3h 55mdirect

18:40 - 19:55

IST

LHR

4h 15mdirect

₹ 17,665British Airways

Fri, 27 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

06:40 - 13:35

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IST

3h 55mdirect

14:35 - 16:00

IST

LHR

4h 25mdirect

₹ 17,755British Airways

Thu, 15 Jan - Thu, 12 Feb

06:50 - 13:45

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IST

3h 55mdirect

21:20 - 22:35

IST

LHR

4h 15mdirect

₹ 17,845British Airways

Wed, 21 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan

06:50 - 13:45

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IST

3h 55mdirect

18:40 - 19:55

IST

LHR

4h 15mdirect

₹ 17,935British Airways

Wed, 21 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan

20:50 - 18:20

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SAW

18h 30m1 stop

09:20 - 14:45

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LHR

8h 25m1 stop

₹ 22,622Multiple Airlines

Thu, 15 Jan - Mon, 19 Jan

20:50 - 21:20

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SAW

21h 30m1 stop

10:05 - 20:05

SAW

LHR

13h 00m1 stop

₹ 22,712Multiple Airlines

Sun, 22 Feb - Thu, 26 Feb

British Airways flights from London to Istanbul

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British Airways

23 Feb

LHR10:30London Heathrow

3h 55m

IST17:25Istanbul

24 Feb

IST14:55Istanbul

4h 25m

LHR16:20London Heathrow

₹ 16,583

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British Airways

13 Mar

LHR07:00London Heathrow

3h 55m

IST13:55Istanbul

19 Mar

IST18:40Istanbul

4h 15m

LHR19:55London Heathrow

₹ 16,673

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British Airways

15 Feb

LHR18:15London Heathrow

3h 55m

IST01:10Istanbul

19 Feb

IST14:35Istanbul

4h 25m

LHR16:00London Heathrow

₹ 16,763

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Turkish Airlines

7 Jan

LHR19:55London Heathrow

3h 55m

IST02:50Istanbul

15 Jan

IST13:55Istanbul

4h 10m

LHR15:05London Heathrow

₹ 19,377

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Turkish Airlines

9 Jan

LHR06:35London Heathrow

4h 00m

IST13:35Istanbul

15 Jan

IST13:55Istanbul

4h 10m

LHR15:05London Heathrow

₹ 19,467

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Turkish Airlines

8 Jan

LHR22:35London Heathrow

3h 50m

IST05:25Istanbul

14 Jan

IST15:10Istanbul

4h 00m

LHR16:10London Heathrow

₹ 19,557

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Mon 23/2

10:30-17:25

Nonstop3h 55m

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Tue 24/2

14:55-16:20

Nonstop4h 25m

₹ 16,583

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LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 13/3

07:00-13:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

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18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

₹ 16,673

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LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 15/2

18:15-01:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

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14:35-16:00

Nonstop4h 25m

₹ 16,763

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LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 19/2

06:40-13:35

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 5/3

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

₹ 17,575

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

07:00-13:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 2/3

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

₹ 17,665

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 15/1

06:40-13:35

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 12/2

14:35-16:00

Nonstop4h 25m

₹ 17,755

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 21/1

06:50-13:45

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 25/1

21:20-22:35

Nonstop4h 15m

₹ 17,845

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 21/1

06:50-13:45

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 30/1

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

₹ 17,935

LondonIstanbul

LHR - SAW

LHRSAW

London Heathrow

Thu 15/1

20:50-18:20

1 stop18h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 19/1

09:20-14:45

1 stop8h 25m

₹ 22,622

LondonIstanbul

LHR - SAW

LHRSAW

London Heathrow

Sun 22/2

20:50-21:20

1 stop21h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 26/2

10:05-20:05

1 stop13h 00m

₹ 22,712

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly to Istanbul from London is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around ₹ 9,553, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul in March, then you should wait until January to fly from London, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of ₹ 9,734.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as ₹ 59,650. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London to Istanbul for around ₹ 82,166.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Istanbul is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as ₹ 24,170. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Istanbul is in the morning when prices are around ₹ 70,133.

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around ₹ 26,655 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from London for as low as ₹ 24,334 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on London to Istanbul flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	3h 45m
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The fastest flight from London to Istanbul takes 3h 45m

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How far is London to Istanbul by plane?
A flight from London to Istanbul will travel around 2496.9 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 3h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Istanbul?
Prices for flights from London to Istanbul refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Istanbul?
The number of operators available for flights from London to Istanbul is 2 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to Istanbul?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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British Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 17,157	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,559 reviews		Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 19,643	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,076 reviews		Search Turkish Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from London to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Istanbul from London with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from London to Istanbul?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Istanbul from London.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to Istanbul

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as ₹ 59,650. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London to Istanbul for around ₹ 82,166.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Istanbul is at midday when flights can be purchased for as low as ₹ 24,170. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Istanbul is in the morning when prices are around ₹ 70,133.

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul flight route?

Fly from London Stansted to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen for the best London - Istanbul flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

What cabin class options are available on London to Istanbul flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Istanbul?

Air Serbia and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from London to Istanbul

How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between London and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 132 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, British Airways have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from London to Istanbul on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 34 flights per day flying from London to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 17:00, with 50% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from London to Istanbul on average per week?

As of December 2025, 242 flights take off from London and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from London to Istanbul?

Can I find flights from London to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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I’m not ready to book a flight from London to Istanbul right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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