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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport from C$ 73

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 25/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — IST
26 Jan — 2 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from London Gatwick to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Istanbul (IST). 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 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 111

One-way from

C$ 73

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 191

Good round-trip deal

C$ 94 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 72 or less
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 21/4-3/5
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 15m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 25/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 05m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price (C$ 142 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (C$ 28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2025.

Mon 21/410:00 p.m.LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 05mWizz Air
Sat 3/54:45 a.m.IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Deal found 20/1C$ 111
Sat 13/910:00 p.m.LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 05mWizz Air
Sat 27/94:45 a.m.IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Deal found 21/1C$ 125
Wed 29/11:25 p.m.LGW - IST
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/29:15 p.m.IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/1C$ 220
Wed 22/16:00 a.m.LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 27/18:15 p.m.IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/1C$ 315
Thu 27/212:15 p.m.LGW - IST
1 stop11h 55mAegean Airlines
Tue 4/36:30 a.m.IST - LGW
1 stop7h 40mAegean Airlines
Deal found 21/1C$ 355
Thu 29/55:25 p.m.LGW - IST
1 stop19h 30mairBaltic
Sun 1/63:40 p.m.IST - LGW
1 stop18h 35mairBaltic
Deal found 21/1C$ 394
Wed 29/11:25 p.m.LGW - IST
1 stop17h 05mSky Express
Fri 28/210:30 a.m.IST - LGW
1 stop28h 55mSky Express
Deal found 21/1C$ 499
Sat 13/910:00 a.m.LGW - IST
1 stop25h 55mAir Europa
Sat 27/93:45 p.m.IST - LGW
1 stop19h 15mAir Europa
Deal found 20/1C$ 990
Mon 24/310:00 a.m.LGW - IST
2 stops24h 00mEthiopian Air
Wed 2/42:00 p.m.IST - LGW
2 stops42h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 21/1C$ 1,128
Sun 23/26:00 p.m.LGW - IST
1 stop31h 30mUzbekistan Airways
Sat 8/312:30 p.m.IST - LGW
1 stop31h 00mUzbekistan Airways
Deal found 21/1C$ 1,225
Tue 6/59:45 p.m.LGW - IST
1 stop17h 45mVueling
Sat 10/56:20 p.m.IST - LGW
1 stop16h 10mVueling
Deal found 21/1C$ 1,361
Sat 1/33:40 p.m.LGW - IST
1 stop14h 55mTurkmenistan Airlines
Fri 7/310:50 p.m.IST - LGW
1 stop18h 20mTurkmenistan Airlines
Deal found 21/1C$ 1,613

Find flights from Gatwick to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Istanbul 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

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LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 21/4

10:00 p.m.-4:05 a.m.

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Sat 3/5

4:45 a.m.-6:55 a.m.

Nonstop4h 10m

C$ 111

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 15/4

10:00 p.m.-4:05 a.m.

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 14/5

9:20 p.m.-8:40 a.m.

1 stop13h 20m

C$ 246

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 31/1

5:55 a.m.-12:55 p.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 28/2

8:15 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

Nonstop4h 15m

C$ 340

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Thu 27/2

12:15 p.m.-3:10 a.m.

1 stop11h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 4/3

6:30 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

1 stop7h 40m

C$ 355

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Thu 29/5

5:25 p.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop19h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 1/6

3:40 p.m.-8:15 a.m.

1 stop18h 35m

C$ 394

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 11/7

1:35 p.m.-8:30 a.m.

1 stop16h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 24/8

9:45 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop16h 50m

C$ 1,046

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 24/3

10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

2 stops24h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 2/4

2:00 p.m.-6:20 a.m.

2 stops42h 20m

C$ 1,128

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Sun 23/2

6:00 p.m.-4:30 a.m.

1 stop31h 30m

Istanbul

Sat 8/3

12:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

1 stop31h 00m

C$ 1,225

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 6/5

9:45 p.m.-5:30 p.m.

1 stop17h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 10/5

6:20 p.m.-8:30 a.m.

1 stop16h 10m

C$ 1,361

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Sat 1/3

3:40 p.m.-9:35 a.m.

1 stop14h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 7/3

10:50 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

1 stop18h 20m

C$ 1,613

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Gatwick to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Gatwick to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Gatwick to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,038). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,396). 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 LGW to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 January 2025.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport, 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 37% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Gatwick to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Gatwick to Istanbul. 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 21 January 2025.

The most flights from LGW to IST are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, 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).

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 21 January 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Wizz Air, Sky Express and airBaltic from London to Istanbul. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews
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Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews
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Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

airBaltic
7.8
Good
178 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Norwegian
7.7
Good
249 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Sky Express
7.4
Good
112 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,931 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
740 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport is Wizz Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 111 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Aegean Airlines, starting at C$ 340 and C$ 355 round-trip. Wizz Air is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport are Wizz Air (C$ 73), Aegean Airlines (C$ 190), and airBaltic (C$ 209).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport are Thai Airways (84%), Pakistan International Airlines (84%) and Turkish Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport is C$ 47. On average you can expect to pay C$ 167. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Istanbul), can usually be booked for C$ 2,009.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,038). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,396). 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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Wizz AirCheapestC$ 98AverageC$ 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 297AverageC$ 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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