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

As of August 2025, there are 36 flights per day flying from London to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 11:00, with 33% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

British Airways, Turkish Airlines and Wizz Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from London according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

As of August 2025, 257 flights take off from London and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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 August 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 low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from ₹ 24,765 to ₹ 39,291. The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 18,202.

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17:10 - 00:05LHR-IST

3h 55mdirect

18:45 - 20:00IST-LHR

4h 15mdirect

₹ 18,202British Airways

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Tue, 13 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan

18:15 - 01:10LHR-IST

3h 55mdirect

08:15 - 09:45IST-LHR

4h 30mdirect

₹ 18,289British Airways

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17:10 - 01:20LHR-IST

6h 10m1 stop

04:20 - 10:30IST-LHR

8h 10m1 stop

₹ 18,989

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06:30 - 16:55LHR-IST

7h 25m1 stop

04:50 - 07:55IST-LHR

6h 05m1 stop

₹ 19,077

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17:10 - 01:20LHR-IST

6h 10m1 stop

17:05 - 20:55IST-LHR

5h 50m1 stop

₹ 19,514KLM

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17:10 - 01:20LHR-IST

6h 10m1 stop

06:10 - 10:45IST-LHR

6h 35m1 stop

₹ 19,602KLM

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16:40 - 22:40LHR-IST

4h 00mdirect

13:55 - 16:00IST-LHR

4h 05mdirect

₹ 22,577Turkish Airlines

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11:20 - 17:10LHR-IST

3h 50mdirect

20:30 - 22:25IST-LHR

3h 55mdirect

₹ 22,665Turkish Airlines

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13:20 - 16:50LHR-IST

24h 30m1 stop

05:20 - 12:20IST-LHR

10h 00m1 stop

₹ 23,102Air Serbia

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13:20 - 04:50LHR-IST

12h 30m1 stop

17:35 - 12:20IST-LHR

21h 45m1 stop

₹ 23,190Air Serbia

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British Airways flights from London to Istanbul

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British Airways

13 Jan

LHR17:10London Heathrow

3h 55m

IST00:05Istanbul

21 Jan

IST18:45Istanbul

4h 15m

LHR20:00London Heathrow

₹ 18,202

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5 Dec

LHR18:15London Heathrow

3h 55m

IST01:10Istanbul

15 Dec

IST08:15Istanbul

4h 30m

LHR09:45London Heathrow

₹ 18,289

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21 Nov

LHR07:00London Heathrow

3h 55m

IST13:55Istanbul

29 Nov

IST18:40Istanbul

4h 15m

LHR19:55London Heathrow

₹ 18,377

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KLM

16 Sept

LHR17:10London Heathrow

6h 10m

1 stop

IST01:20Istanbul

30 Sept

IST17:05Istanbul

5h 50m

1 stop

LHR20:55London Heathrow

₹ 19,514

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19 Sept

LHR17:10London Heathrow

6h 10m

1 stop

IST01:20Istanbul

23 Sept

IST06:10Istanbul

6h 35m

1 stop

LHR10:45London Heathrow

₹ 19,602

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KLM

18 Sept

LHR17:10London Heathrow

6h 10m

1 stop

IST01:20Istanbul

22 Sept

IST06:10Istanbul

6h 35m

1 stop

LHR10:45London Heathrow

₹ 19,864

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17:10-00:05

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18:45-20:00

Nonstop4h 15m

₹ 18,202

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Fri 5/12

18:15-01:10

Nonstop3h 55m

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08:15-09:45

Nonstop4h 30m

₹ 18,289

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LHRIST

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Mon 13/10

17:10-01:20

1 stop6h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 22/10

04:20-10:30

1 stop8h 10m

₹ 18,989

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LHRIST

London Heathrow

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06:30-16:55

1 stop7h 25m

Istanbul

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04:50-07:55

1 stop6h 05m

₹ 19,077

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LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 16/9

17:10-01:20

1 stop6h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 30/9

17:05-20:55

1 stop5h 50m

₹ 19,514

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LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 19/9

17:10-01:20

1 stop6h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 23/9

06:10-10:45

1 stop6h 35m

₹ 19,602

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LHR - IST

LHRIST

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Wed 3/9

16:40-22:40

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 11/9

13:55-16:00

Nonstop4h 05m

₹ 22,577

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LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 3/9

11:20-17:10

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

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20:30-22:25

Nonstop3h 55m

₹ 22,665

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 5/11

13:20-16:50

1 stop24h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 14/11

05:20-12:20

1 stop10h 00m

₹ 23,102

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 5/11

13:20-04:50

1 stop12h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 26/2

17:35-12:20

1 stop21h 45m

₹ 23,190

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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 ₹ 8,751, 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 ₹ 8,926.

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 ₹ 57,944. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London to Istanbul for around ₹ 74,847.

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 ₹ 20,866. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Istanbul is in the morning when prices are around ₹ 68,604.

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 ₹ 25,756 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 ₹ 23,365 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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Best price found	₹ 10,676
Fastest flight time	3h 50m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Istanbul	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Istanbul from London in the past 72 hours is ₹ 10,676. The best return flight deal from London to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 18,202.

The fastest flight from London to Istanbul takes 3h 50m

Direct flights go from London to Istanbul on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: British Airways and Turkish Airlines..

There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)

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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 August 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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Wizz Air	PriceFrom ₹ 6,674	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.0 145 reviews	Search Wizz Air flights
British Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 15,670	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,267 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 19,072	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,942 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Istanbul from London.

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 ₹ 57,944. When flying out on a Wednesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from London to Istanbul for around ₹ 74,847.

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 ₹ 20,866. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Istanbul is in the morning when prices are around ₹ 68,604.

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul flight route?

Fly from London Gatwick to Istanbul 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, KLM, and Aegean Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London to Istanbul

Which airlines fly to Istanbul?

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

As of August 2025, there are 36 flights per day flying from London to Istanbul. The most common time of day flights depart is 11:00, with 33% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of August 2025, 257 flights take off from London and land in Istanbul each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Best airlines flying from London to Istanbul

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Why use momondo?

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?

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

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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