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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport from C$ 117

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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — IST
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Gatwick to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday 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 28 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 133

One-way from

C$ 117

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 203

Good round-trip deal

C$ 201 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 213 or less
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 18/5-21/5
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 00m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 8/7
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price (C$ 149 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (C$ 26 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 28 March 2025.

Sun 18/59:50 p.m.LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Wed 21/54:35 a.m.IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 27/3C$ 133
Wed 4/69:50 p.m.LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/69:10 a.m.IST - LGW
1 stop6h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 220
Mon 12/55:15 p.m.LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 05mTurkish Airlines
Tue 20/57:50 a.m.IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 05mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 292
Wed 4/69:20 a.m.LGW - IST
1 stop9h 15mNorwegian
Wed 18/69:20 p.m.IST - LGW
1 stop13h 20mNorwegian
Deal found 27/3C$ 346
Thu 11/95:25 p.m.LGW - IST
1 stop19h 30mairBaltic
Sun 14/93:40 p.m.IST - LGW
1 stop18h 35mairBaltic
Deal found 27/3C$ 427

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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 28 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Sun 18/5

9:50 p.m.-3:50 a.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 21/5

4:35 a.m.-6:35 a.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

C$ 133

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Wed 4/6

9:50 p.m.-3:50 a.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 18/6

9:10 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

1 stop6h 05m

C$ 220

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 12/5

5:15 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 20/5

7:50 a.m.-9:55 a.m.

Nonstop4h 05m

C$ 292

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Wed 4/6

9:20 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 18/6

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

1 stop13h 20m

C$ 346

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Thu 11/9

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

1 stop19h 30m

Istanbul

Sun 14/9

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

1 stop18h 35m

C$ 427

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Sun 6/7

12:05 p.m.-10:45 a.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 14/8

4:40 p.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop20h 35m

C$ 743

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 8/7

9:50 p.m.-3:50 a.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

C$ 117

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 12/5

11:15 a.m.-9:55 p.m.

1 stop8h 40m

C$ 167

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Sat 10/5

1:50 p.m.-7:50 p.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

C$ 212

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 29/8

7:55 p.m.-10:55 a.m.

2 stops37h 00m

C$ 240

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Istanbul

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

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 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport is 80 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,006). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,391). 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 28 March 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 57% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 23 March 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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.

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 28 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Norwegian, airBaltic and Sky Express from London to Istanbul. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Norwegian
7.9
Good
224 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing
Norwegian
7.9
Good
224 reviews
Norwegian
7.9
Good
224 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing
airBaltic
7.8
Good
178 reviews
Norwegian
7.9
Good
224 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing
Sky Express
7.6
Good
112 reviews
Norwegian
7.9
Good
224 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Norwegian
7.9
Good
224 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,744 reviews
Norwegian
7.9
Good
224 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.2

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2024

OSL - LGW

The experience was great, the crew was very helpful and amazing

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$ 133 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Norwegian, starting at C$ 292 and C$ 346 round-trip. Wizz Air is priced at 54% 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$ 117), Wizz Air (C$ 167), and Turkish Airlines (C$ 212).

  • 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 Icelandair (90%), Sichuan Airlines (86%) and Wizz Air (85%).

  • 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$ 65. On average you can expect to pay C$ 515. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Istanbul), can usually be booked for C$ 1,995.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,006). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,391). 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 AirCheapestC$ 107AverageC$ 180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 278AverageC$ 339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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