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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport from C$ 182

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — IST
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 295

One-way from

C$ 182

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 328

Good round-trip deal

C$ 290 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 231 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 24/6-2/7
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 55m total
  • London to Istanbul
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British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 5/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (C$ 168 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Sat 4/106:30 p.m.LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 50mBritish Airways
Mon 13/108:15 p.m.IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3C$ 284
Fri 5/126:30 a.m.LHR - IST
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/125:10 a.m.IST - LHR
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 291
Tue 25/38:00 p.m.LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 2/42:45 p.m.IST - LHR
Nonstop3h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 304
Sun 21/97:25 p.m.LHR - IST
1 stop6h 05mAir Serbia
Thu 2/104:35 p.m.IST - LHR
1 stop21h 55mAir Serbia
Deal found 24/3C$ 334
Sun 15/67:30 a.m.LHR - IST
1 stop11h 50mLufthansa
Thu 10/75:55 p.m.IST - LHR
1 stop6h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 24/3C$ 365
Fri 9/57:00 p.m.LHR - IST
1 stop12h 50mAegean Airlines
Sun 11/54:35 a.m.IST - LHR
1 stop8h 40mAegean Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 378
Tue 20/56:30 a.m.LHR - IST
1 stop28h 35mLOT
Mon 16/61:55 p.m.IST - LHR
1 stop10h 05mLOT
Deal found 24/3C$ 493

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Heathrow

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 24/6

6:35 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 2/7

5:35 p.m.-7:35 p.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

C$ 295

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 8/5

6:00 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 15/5

8:30 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

Nonstop3h 55m

C$ 305

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 19/5

7:45 p.m.-3:25 a.m.

1 stop5h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 23/5

5:05 p.m.-7:40 a.m.

1 stop16h 35m

C$ 325

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 15/6

7:30 a.m.-9:20 p.m.

1 stop11h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 10/7

5:55 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 365

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

7:00 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

1 stop12h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 11/5

4:35 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop8h 40m

C$ 378

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sat 10/5

7:55 p.m.-3:30 a.m.

1 stop5h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 19/5

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

1 stop10h 00m

C$ 436

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 20/5

6:30 a.m.-1:05 p.m.

1 stop28h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 16/6

1:55 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 05m

C$ 493

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 5/5

6:35 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

Nonstop3h 50m

C$ 182

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 21/4

7:45 p.m.-3:25 a.m.

1 stop5h 40m

C$ 195

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 24/8

7:00 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

1 stop12h 50m

C$ 206

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Heathrow to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport. 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 London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,006). Flying from London Heathrow 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 LHR to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 25 March 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 68% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Heathrow to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings 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 25 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Emirates and KLM from London to Istanbul have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
729 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
KLM
7.8
Good
1,318 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
LOT
7.6
Good
1,061 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Air France
7.4
Good
1,423 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
729 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

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 Heathrow 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 Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    British Airways, at C$ 295, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Turkish Airlines and Air Serbia. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 182 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air France from C$ 195 and Aegean Airlines from C$ 208 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from London Heathrow Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Icelandair (97%), Avianca (88%), British Airways( 87%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 172. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Istanbul) can be booked for C$ 292 on average our data indicates C$ 519 when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,006). Flying from London Heathrow 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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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 254AverageC$ 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 290AverageC$ 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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