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Cheap Flight Deals from Istanbul to London

 
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Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to London

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Istanbul to London.
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04:45 - 06:35IST-LGW
3h 50mdirect
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21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST
4h 00mdirect
£50Wizz Air
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Thu, 19 Jun - Sat, 21 Jun
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04:45 - 06:35IST-LGW
3h 50mdirect
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21:50 - 03:50LGW-IST
4h 00mdirect
£50Wizz Air
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Wed, 18 Jun - Sat, 21 Jun
Pegasus Airlines Logo
15:40 - 17:40SAW-STN
4h 00mdirect
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00:20 - 06:05STN-SAW
3h 45mdirect
£83Pegasus Airlines
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Thu, 22 May - Wed, 28 May
Pegasus Airlines Logo
13:40 - 15:40SAW-STN
4h 00mdirect
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00:20 - 06:05STN-SAW
3h 45mdirect
£87Pegasus Airlines
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Thu, 22 May - Wed, 28 May
British Airways Logo
17:35 - 19:35IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
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19:15 - 01:05LHR-IST
3h 50mdirect
£138British Airways
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Mon, 12 May - Wed, 14 May
Ajet Logo
19:25 - 15:35SAW-STN
22h 10m1 stop
Ajet Logo
15:50 - 21:45STN-SAW
3h 55mdirect
£139Ajet
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Thu, 22 May - Thu, 29 May
British Airways Logo
20:25 - 22:25IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
British Airways Logo
18:30 - 00:20LHR-IST
3h 50mdirect
£147British Airways
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Fri, 23 May - Sat, 31 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:15 - 22:20IST-LGW
4h 05mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
05:30 - 11:20LGW-IST
3h 50mdirect
£147Turkish Airlines
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Sat, 10 May - Tue, 13 May
Turkish Airlines Logo
20:15 - 22:20IST-LGW
4h 05mdirect
Turkish Airlines Logo
05:30 - 11:20LGW-IST
3h 50mdirect
£151Turkish Airlines
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Fri, 9 May - Tue, 13 May
Ajet Logo
08:45 - 10:50SAW-STN
4h 05mdirect
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15:40 - 21:35STN-SAW
3h 55mdirect
£162Ajet
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Tue, 6 May - Wed, 14 May

Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to London

 
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to London flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to London to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Istanbul to London flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Istanbul to London.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Istanbul to London cost £27 and was between Istanbul Airport (IST) and London Luton Airport (LTN). On average, the best prices are found if you fly from Istanbul Airport (IST) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). The average price for a return flight for this route is £27.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to London?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul to London clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Istanbul to London, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Istanbul, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to London?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul to London is January, where tickets cost £49 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £187 and £176 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul to London?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of £331, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul to London?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul to London, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul to London, you should book around 9 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Istanbul to London

Cheapest flight

£23
Flight from Istanbul Airport to London Gatwick Airport

When to book flights from Istanbul to London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Istanbul to London

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul to London?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul to London was £31 for a one-way ticket and £66 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul to London?

    There are 2 airports in Istanbul (Istanbul and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen) and 5 airports in London (London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Southend, and London Stansted). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Istanbul Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to London?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to London?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Istanbul and London.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul to London?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul to London.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul to London?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to London from Istanbul is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul to London?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to London with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul to London?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to London from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to London?

Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to London, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to London

Monday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Tuesday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Wednesday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Thursday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Friday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Saturday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Sunday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

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Direct returns

London to Istanbul

Monday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Tuesday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Wednesday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Thursday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Friday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Saturday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

Sunday

Ajet, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines, +2 more

Ajet, British Airways, +3 more

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Top 5 airlines serving from Istanbul to London

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to London. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 3775 reviews
7.3Food
7.3Comfort
7.4Entertainment
7.7Crew
7.3Boarding
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The check in process at Istanbul airport caused my family a great deal of stress and disappointment due to the following factors: 1) WE HAD TO PAY US$330 for check on bags, despite holding Economy tickets that Turkish airlines website clearly states that flights from Istanbul to Miami had a 2 checked bags allowance. 2) Airport staff not only lacked empathy for senior travelers (75 yrs old and 71 yrs old), but were also rude as well. The supervisor at check it offered "if you don't pay for the bags, you can just remain and sleep at the airport for however long you wish. What a terrible way to treat customers !!! 3) We were bumped from agent to agent to agent FIVE times, showing everyone the communication we received telling us we had the 2 bags entitlement. Two elderly people lugging 4 suitcase around and around the Turkish terminal. Again, what a sad way to treat customers !!! 4) We need a case opened to get a refund for the amount we paid. Something is amiss, screams unethical, and sounds unscrupulous......At First , we were told we must pay for 4 bags. All of a sudden, it became 2 bags, and finally all 4 bags were checked on with payments demanded for 2. Why did it vary from agent to agent???? 5) OVERALL, A TERRIBLE AND SUSPICIOUSLLY UNSCRUPULOUS EXPERIENCE FLYING WITH TURKISH AIRLINES. WE ARE TERRIBLY DISAPPOINTED AND SAD THAT OUR VISIT TO A BEAUTIFUL CITY ENDED IN SUCH A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Apr 2025IST - MIA
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The check in process at Istanbul airport caused my family a great deal of stress and disappointment due to the following factors: 1) WE HAD TO PAY US$330 for check on bags, despite holding Economy tickets that Turkish airlines website clearly states that flights from Istanbul to Miami had a 2 checked bags allowance. 2) Airport staff not only lacked empathy for senior travelers (75 yrs old and 71 yrs old), but were also rude as well. The supervisor at check it offered "if you don't pay for the bags, you can just remain and sleep at the airport for however long you wish. What a terrible way to treat customers !!! 3) We were bumped from agent to agent to agent FIVE times, showing everyone the communication we received telling us we had the 2 bags entitlement. Two elderly people lugging 4 suitcase around and around the Turkish terminal. Again, what a sad way to treat customers !!! 4) We need a case opened to get a refund for the amount we paid. Something is amiss, screams unethical, and sounds unscrupulous......At First , we were told we must pay for 4 bags. All of a sudden, it became 2 bags, and finally all 4 bags were checked on with payments demanded for 2. Why did it vary from agent to agent???? 5) OVERALL, A TERRIBLE AND SUSPICIOUSLLY UNSCRUPULOUS EXPERIENCE FLYING WITH TURKISH AIRLINES. WE ARE TERRIBLY DISAPPOINTED AND SAD THAT OUR VISIT TO A BEAUTIFUL CITY ENDED IN SUCH A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE

5 unnecessary control before get in the craft. It is exagerated and very inefficient

I recently flew with Turkish Airlines, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I boarded, the crew was incredibly attentive, warm, and professional. They went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the flight. The highlight, however, was the food! I’ve flown with many airlines, but Turkish Airlines sets the bar incredibly high when it comes to in-flight dining. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The variety of dishes, even on a long-haul flight, was impressive. It felt like dining at a high-end restaurant at 35,000 feet! The seats were comfortable, the entertainment options were great, and the overall atmosphere made the journey enjoyable. Turkish Airlines truly excels in combining luxury and hospitality. I wouldn’t hesitate to fly with them again—highly recommend!

One of the best flights I have been on in a while.

Here's a sample answer: "Honestly, I was really impressed with Turkish Airlines, but if I had to suggest one area for improvement, it would be: - *More efficient boarding process*: I noticed that boarding took a bit longer than expected, which might be frustrating for passengers with tight connections.

Not worth pay business class and get service economy class

In this long haul flight, flight attendants never stopped moving and giving excellent service. Very impressive. Very comfortable seats and excellent food

In sharp contrast to the modern glitzy airport, boarding facilities were primitive. Passengers had to board buses and walk up steep stairs in bitter cold with carry-on baggages. I found no reason why aerobridge was not provided.

A fairly standard 2/2 configuration. Boeing 787-9 is modern but the amenities chosen by Turkish for their seats are slightly limited - no in-seat charging, for example. Otherwise, a good flight.

Make sure to request a vegetarian meal in advance. They printed out menus for all passengers with the options but by the time they were halfway through (for breakfast and dinner), the vegetarian options were already all taken.

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

Pegasus is a very efficient airline. Passengers, however are sometimes unruly. Getting up right after take off. Getting up right when we land and before getting to the gate. Switching seats to the front so she can get a better seat. It is unfair for those that actually paid for seats. Flight attendants seem to not enforce it. One or two bad actors ruins it. Overall, the airline is great.

Pegasus is not a very comfortable airline. They’re not in any way hospitable

I don’t understand why a reputable airline like BA would delegate their London flights to AA. Makes no sense to me, as most domestic carriers do such a poor job these days. Terminal 3 at LHR is a total dump

We ordered kids meals - which were not kid friendly at all! (the breakfast that is - scrambled eggs on a bed of spinach and asparagus?)

Uncomfortable seats. Crazy seat assignments separating families when they could easily have put them together. Good communication from pilot about arrival time after delay in departure. Toilet ran out of water in sink. Snack box poor for flight of this length.

The bed in Club class was not very comfortable, everything else was good.

Cancelled flight minutes before boarding. Rescheduled flight was two days later

The flight attendants were EXTREMELY personable and appreciated the service, lights going off after dinner (probably the norm, but I haven’t flown evening overnight flights in a while). Thank you!

Great room between the seats, food was excellent, very comfortable overall and could have stayed on the plane even longer

I have noticed that the airlines, including this flight, pretend there is going to be turbulence, announce such, and say they can’t do beverage service. There is no turbulence and the seat belt light goes off 10 minutes before they ask for tray tables up and seat belts back on. They are just trying to spend less money and it’s quite transparent

Business class seats were very dated on my plane. Very little storage, charging ports were not easily accessible, tv screen kept flopping away. Vegetarian food was disappointing: hardly any protein and severely under-seasoned. Crew was lovely.

The food was ok, but not great. They delayed boarding in Portland and did not enforce group boarding. But the crew was excellent, went above and beyond.

The crew at Check-in was very helpful. It’s was appreciate.

It’s a budget airline. You get what you pay for. They insisted on getting us out of the gate and into our slot on time. They got us to the destination safely. Aircraft was clean and well maintained. What more could we want

Half an hour delay. Squeezed into a small Departure Lounge with very few seats. Noisy flight with screaming unruly kids. Loud IPads and Phones. Heaven!

Were delayed in the airport for 5 hours with no explanation. Flight kept getting delayed by an hour at a time and wizz air staff were no where to be found

The flight was delayed 5 hours and I'm and invalid,I wan a refund for this

The cabin crew on that flight were super fantastic and super helpful. They were so polite and considerate that i felt i travelled with a 5star airline.

Delayed delayed delayed - always with Wizzair. Staff were friendly and well mannered but clearly the company is unorganized and the aircrafts are outdated.

It's a budget airline. Great for short flight. Smooth landing.

4 hr delay and only told less than 2hrs before. Only given water and nuts on the flight as complimentary service. Left to wait in rain before boarding.

To be honest I did not like anything. Communication to why my flight was cancelled mid air 2 and half hours into my flight. Customer service desk were not helpful with providing information or a solution on what can be done.

Bad. Cancelled and delayed flight. Payed 25£ for seat but got just normal one. No one refunded the money.

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