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Cheap flights from London to Istanbul Airport from C$ 95

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 18/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — IST
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from London to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 67 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 99

One-way from

C$ 95

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 154
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 22/2-27/2
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 20m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 18/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from London to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Sat 10/510:00 p.m.LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 05mWizz Air
Sat 17/54:45 a.m.IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Deal found 16/1C$ 99
Tue 4/212:35 p.m.LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Fri 14/29:15 p.m.IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 20mWizz Air
Deal found 15/1C$ 131
Mon 27/19:15 a.m.LGW - IST
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/28:15 p.m.IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 157
Sat 21/66:30 p.m.LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 50mBritish Airways
Fri 4/78:25 p.m.IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/1C$ 253
Wed 19/34:35 p.m.LHR - IST
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/36:25 p.m.IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 262
Fri 28/28:25 p.m.LHR - IST
1 stop17h 30mKLM
Mon 3/35:55 p.m.IST - LHR
1 stop5h 55mKLM
Deal found 15/1C$ 272
Mon 27/17:35 p.m.LHR - IST
1 stop5h 35mAir France
Wed 12/25:10 a.m.IST - LHR
1 stop8h 20mAir France
Deal found 15/1C$ 277
Thu 23/16:00 a.m.LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 14/28:05 a.m.IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 279
Thu 20/34:35 p.m.LHR - IST
1 stop7h 35mAegean Airlines
Sun 23/34:50 p.m.IST - LHR
1 stop7h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 286
Thu 23/16:00 p.m.LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 50mTurkish Airlines
Wed 19/21:45 p.m.IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 287
Fri 21/312:15 p.m.LGW - IST
1 stop11h 55mAegean Airlines
Wed 26/310:00 p.m.IST - LGW
1 stop16h 10mAegean Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 302
Sun 9/21:30 p.m.LHR - IST
1 stop6h 15mLufthansa
Mon 17/26:55 p.m.IST - LHR
1 stop6h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 15/1C$ 354

Find flights from London to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from London 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 17 January 2025.

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LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Sat 22/2

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

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 27/2

9:45 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 99

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Tue 4/2

12:35 p.m.-7:35 p.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 14/2

9:15 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 131

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 27/1

9:15 a.m.-12:15 a.m.

1 stop12h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 18/2

8:15 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 157

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 19/3

4:35 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop15h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 22/3

6:25 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 262

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sat 1/3

5:40 p.m.-12:40 a.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 7/3

6:35 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 267

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 28/2

8:25 p.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop17h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 3/3

5:55 p.m.-8:50 p.m.

1 stop5h 55m

C$ 272

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 27/1

7:35 p.m.-4:10 a.m.

1 stop5h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 12/2

5:10 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

1 stop8h 20m

C$ 277

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Thu 23/1

6:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 14/2

8:05 a.m.-9:20 a.m.

Nonstop4h 15m

C$ 279

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 20/3

4:35 p.m.-3:10 a.m.

1 stop7h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 23/3

4:50 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

1 stop7h 25m

C$ 286

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 23/1

10:35 p.m.-5:15 a.m.

Nonstop3h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 14/2

9:10 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

Nonstop4h 15m

C$ 287

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Best time to book a flight from London to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from London to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from London to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to Istanbul Airport is 67 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 to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,038). Flying from London 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 LON to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 17 January 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 29% on flights from London to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from London to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from London 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from LON to IST are scheduled on a Thursday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (46 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 17 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, British Airways and Air France from London to Istanbul have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
739 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

airBaltic
7.8
Good
178 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,112 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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 to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from London to Istanbul Airport is Wizz Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 99 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Wizz Air and British Airways, starting at C$ 131 and C$ 227 round-trip. These flights start at 64% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Wizz Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 95. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aegean Airlines and KLM, as they are both options that can get you from London to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Istanbul Airport?

    Most travellers choose London Heathrow - Istanbul, London City - Istanbul or London Gatwick - Istanbul when deciding on the best route from London to Istanbul Airport.

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from London, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Icelandair (86%), British Airways (84%), American Airlines( 77%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 162. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Istanbul) can be booked for C$ 298 on average our data indicates C$ 294 when flying from London to Istanbul Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of C$ 1,038). Flying from London 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$ 195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 242AverageC$ 332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestC$ 296AverageC$ 383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapestC$ 384AverageC$ 410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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