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Cheap flights from London to Istanbul Airport from $127

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 16/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — IST
6 Jul — 13 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Istanbul are usually found in March or January, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 1 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$223

One-way from

$127

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$488

Good round-trip deal

$378 or less

Good one-way deal

$410 or less
Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 29/8-9/9
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 20m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 16/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 28% potential increase in price ($184 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 1 July 2025.

Fri 29/813:15LTN - IST
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Tue 9/920:35IST - LTN
Nonstop4h 10mWizz Air
Deal found 30/6$223
Tue 1/721:50LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mWizz Air
Thu 10/722:50IST - LGW
Nonstop4h 05mWizz Air
Deal found 29/6$224
Sun 7/921:50LGW - IST
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/909:30IST - LGW
2 stops10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$314
Fri 31/1018:15LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 55mBritish Airways
Tue 11/1118:30IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 30/6$322
Wed 3/919:45LHR - IST
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1117:55IST - LHR
1 stop16h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$356
Mon 25/813:15LTN - IST
Nonstop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 28/815:10IST - LTN
1 stop6h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$362
Tue 7/1011:20LHR - IST
Nonstop3h 50mTurkish Airlines
Thu 16/1013:05IST - LHR
Nonstop4h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 30/6$411
Thu 4/916:35LHR - IST
1 stop7h 45mAegean Airlines
Tue 23/915:50IST - LHR
1 stop7h 20mAegean Airlines
Deal found 30/6$432
Sun 30/1108:30LHR - IST
1 stop11h 15mLufthansa
Mon 1/1219:00IST - LHR
1 stop6h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 29/6$435
Sat 13/913:30LHR - IST
1 stop23h 25mAir Serbia
Mon 15/914:20IST - LHR
1 stop24h 10mAir Serbia
Deal found 1/7$456
Wed 22/1006:30LHR - IST
1 stop7h 50mKLM
Sat 1/1117:55IST - LHR
1 stop16h 45mKLM
Deal found 30/6$464
Mon 11/806:00STN - IST
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 17/809:30IST - STN
2 stops15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6$467

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

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London

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Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Fri 29/8

13:15-19:25

Nonstop4h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

20:35-22:45

Nonstop4h 10m

$223

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Mon 3/11

13:05-20:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 16/11

14:15-15:30

Nonstop4h 15m

$229

LondonIstanbul

LGW - IST

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Sun 7/9

21:50-03:50

Nonstop4h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 14/9

09:30-18:25

2 stops10h 55m

$314

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 31/10

18:15-01:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 12/11

18:40-20:00

Nonstop4h 20m

$322

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Wed 3/9

19:45-03:25

1 stop5h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 30/11

17:55-07:40

1 stop16h 45m

$356

LondonIstanbul

LTN - IST

LTNIST

London Luton

Mon 25/8

13:15-19:25

Nonstop4h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 28/8

15:10-19:25

1 stop6h 15m

$362

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 7/10

11:20-17:10

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 16/10

13:05-15:05

Nonstop4h 00m

$411

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 4/9

16:35-02:20

1 stop7h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 23/9

15:50-21:10

1 stop7h 20m

$432

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 30/11

08:30-22:45

1 stop11h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

19:00-22:20

1 stop6h 20m

$435

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sat 13/9

13:30-14:55

1 stop23h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 15/9

14:20-12:30

1 stop24h 10m

$456

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

Booking 86 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of $860). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,337). 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 1 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London to Istanbul Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 74% 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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings 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 1 July 2025.

The most flights from LON to IST are scheduled on a Monday (69 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (44 on average).

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

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 1 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, KLM, andairBaltic 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.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

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
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

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
1,366 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
airBaltic
7.8
Good
177 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Norwegian
7.8
Good
230 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

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
7.5
Good
1,472 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
761 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

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 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?

    According to our current data, Wizz Air ($223), British Airways ($322), and Turkish Airlines ($411) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Istanbul Airport. You may be able to fly from London to Istanbul Airport for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $127 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Wizz Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on KLM and Air Serbia, with prices starting from $205 and $211, respectively.

  • 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: LATAM Airlines (85%), British Airways (84%), American Airlines( 82%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $654, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $204. The most popular route (London Stansted - Istanbul), is priced around $180.

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Istanbul Airport (average of $860). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,337). 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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