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Cheap flights from London to Istanbul Airport from $79

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 26/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — IST
12 Jun — 19 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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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 13 May 2026.

Wed 4/1115:00
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Tue 17/1122:40
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 15m
Wizz Air
Deal found 8/5$156
Sat 27/607:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Tue 30/613:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 11/5$158
Fri 3/713:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Tue 7/720:15
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 8/5$158
Wed 23/913:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Wed 30/920:10
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Deal found 12/5$159
Fri 3/713:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sat 11/720:05
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 15m
Wizz Air
Deal found 10/5$160
Mon 21/913:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sat 26/920:05
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 15m
Wizz Air
Deal found 11/5$163
Sat 27/607:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Sat 4/713:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 8/5$165
Fri 3/713:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Mon 6/720:10
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 8/5$165
Wed 23/913:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Sat 26/920:05
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 15m
Wizz Air
Deal found 12/5$166
Sat 6/613:35
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop3h 50m
Wizz Air
Tue 23/620:15
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 8/5$167
Tue 9/607:05
LTN
-
IST
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Tue 23/613:50
IST
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 05m
Wizz Air
Deal found 9/5$169
Mon 15/613:30
LGW
-
IST
Nonstop4h 00m
Wizz Air
Wed 17/620:10
IST
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 10m
Wizz Air
Deal found 9/5$169

Find flight deals from London to Istanbul

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 13 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$156

One-way from

$79

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$321

Good one-way deal

$784 or less
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 4/11-17/11
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 15m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 23/6
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 13 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Mon 29/6

07:00-13:10

Nonstop4h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 30/6

13:50-15:55

Nonstop4h 05m

$159

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Tue 9/6

07:05-13:10

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 23/6

13:50-15:55

Nonstop4h 05m

$169

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Wed 17/6

07:05-13:10

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 24/6

13:50-15:55

Nonstop4h 05m

$173

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 21/8

13:30-19:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 28/9

20:10-22:15

Nonstop4h 05m

$174

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 21/9

13:30-19:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 26/9

20:05-22:20

Nonstop4h 15m

$174

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Sat 27/6

07:05-13:10

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 30/6

13:50-15:55

Nonstop4h 05m

$188

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Fri 26/6

07:05-13:10

Nonstop4h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 3/7

13:50-15:55

Nonstop4h 05m

$199

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 3/7

13:30-19:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 11/7

20:05-22:20

Nonstop4h 15m

$203

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 8/6

13:30-19:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 15/6

20:10-22:15

Nonstop4h 05m

$223

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 19/6

13:30-19:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 26/6

20:10-22:20

Nonstop4h 10m

$224

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Best time to book a flight from London to Istanbul

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

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

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London 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 to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of $205). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $534). 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 13 May 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Istanbul Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 54% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 9 May 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 13 May 2026.

The most flights from LON to IST are scheduled on a Monday (66 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (39 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from London to Istanbul Airport?

How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between London and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 131 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Istanbul flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Istanbul flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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 13 May 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Pegasus Airlines and Wizz Air from London to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.2

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.5

Food

5.7

Comfort

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hafsa,Jan 2026

MED - SAW

Boarding from Saudia was fine however at Sabiha Gokcen it was awful. The queues were long the flight was delayed. Our luggage alongside others on the flight was no loaded onto the second plane.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.2

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.5

Food

5.7

Comfort

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hafsa,Jan 2026

MED - SAW

Boarding from Saudia was fine however at Sabiha Gokcen it was awful. The queues were long the flight was delayed. Our luggage alongside others on the flight was no loaded onto the second plane.
Wizz Air
6.2
Okay
167 reviews
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
640 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.2

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.5

Food

5.7

Comfort

6.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Hafsa,Jan 2026

MED - SAW

Boarding from Saudia was fine however at Sabiha Gokcen it was awful. The queues were long the flight was delayed. Our luggage alongside others on the flight was no loaded onto the second plane.

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.

  • How long is the flight from London to Istanbul Airport?

    Departing from London to Istanbul Airport will take you 3h 50m. The distance between London and Istanbul Airport is about 2486 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, British Airways ($281), offers the cheapest pricing from London to Istanbul Airport.

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

    The most popular flight routes from London to Istanbul Airport are London Stansted - Istanbul, London Luton - Istanbul and London Southend - Istanbul.

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

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from London, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Icelandair (97%), Avianca (93%), American Airlines( 92%).

  • 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 holiday 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of $205). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $534). 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 AirwaysCheapest$281Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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