Journey information
Overview: London to Istanbul flight
Flights from London to Istanbul depart on average 129 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €47 if you book in advance.
There are 19 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 2498 km distance in 3h 45m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2498 km |
Average flight duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Flights per day 129 |
Direct flights 19 |
Fastest flight 3h 45m |
Cheapest month to travel November |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Istanbul
Cheapest price
€49
Average price
€643
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Flights per day
126
Distance
2498 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Istanbul is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Istanbul will cost around €643 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
Of the 126 flights that leave London for Istanbul onWed, Jan 14, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 14 the direct flights cover the 2498 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jan 14 the longest flights will take 3 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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London to Istanbul flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Istanbul flights for today, Tuesday, January 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AF1381 · AF1390 | 6:20 AM London Heathrow Airport | 18h30 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1930 | 6:25 AM London Gatwick Airport | 4h00 | 10:25 AM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LO286+ LO4505 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 14h25 | 8:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1000 · KL1959 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h25 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1000+ KL3100 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h55 | 2:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1000+ KL3102 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 11h50 | 6:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO286 · LO135 | 6:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h05 | 2:35 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1988 | 6:35 AM London Heathrow Airport | 4h00 | 10:35 AM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
BA676 | 6:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h55 | 10:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LH923 · LH1300 | 7:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 7h25 | 2:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL978+ KL3102 | 7:45 AM London City Airport | 10h35 | 6:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL978+ KL3100 | 7:45 AM London City Airport | 6h40 | 2:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL978+ KL1959 | 7:45 AM London City Airport | 6h10 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
LH925 · LH1300 | 8:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h25 | 2:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL980+ KL3102 | 8:40 AM London City Airport | 9h40 | 6:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR330 · QR241 | 8:40 AM London Gatwick Airport | 24h30 | 9:10 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR330 · QR239 | 8:40 AM London Gatwick Airport | 24h40 | 9:20 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR330 · QR245 | 8:40 AM London Gatwick Airport | 31h00 | 3:40 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1002+ KL3102 | 8:40 AM London Heathrow Airport | 9h40 | 6:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1335 · AF1390 | 8:55 AM London Heathrow Airport | 15h55 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1681 · AF1390 | 9:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 15h50 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL982+ KL1411+ KL2352 | 9:20 AM London City Airport | 15h30 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL982+ KL3102 | 9:20 AM London City Airport | 9h00 | 6:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL982+ KL3578 · KL2352 | 9:20 AM London City Airport | 15h30 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL984+ KL1411+ KL2352 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 14h50 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL984+ KL2292 · KL2352 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 14h50 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL984+ KL2009 · KL2352 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 14h50 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL1004+ KL3102 | 10:00 AM London Heathrow Airport | 8h20 | 6:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL984+ KL3102 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 8h20 | 6:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL984+ KL3580 · KL2352 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 14h50 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 2 transfers | |
KL984+ KL2017 · KL2352 | 10:00 AM London City Airport | 14h50 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 2 transfers | |
TK1982 | 10:15 AM London Gatwick Airport | 4h00 | 2:15 PM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
LO282+ LO4505 | 10:25 AM London Heathrow Airport | 10h30 | 8:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA678 | 10:35 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h55 | 2:30 PM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
PC1170 | 10:45 AM London Stansted Airport | 3h45 | 2:30 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AF1581 · AF1390 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 13h20 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1980 | 11:30 AM London Heathrow Airport | 3h55 | 3:25 PM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1006+ KL3102 | 11:45 AM London Heathrow Airport | 6h35 | 6:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3607+ A33150 | 12:15 PM London Gatwick Airport | 9h05 | 9:20 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
PC1162 | 12:30 PM London Stansted Airport | 3h45 | 4:15 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
PC1692 · PC2683 | 12:35 PM London Stansted Airport | 8h05 | 8:40 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
PC1692 · PC2663 | 12:35 PM London Stansted Airport | 6h45 | 7:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
VF1988 | 12:45 PM London Stansted Airport | 3h50 | 4:35 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
PC1532 · PC2199 | 12:50 PM London Stansted Airport | 7h00 | 7:50 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
PC1532 · PC3304 | 12:50 PM London Stansted Airport | 14h55 | 3:45 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
PC1532 · PC2201 | 12:50 PM London Stansted Airport | 8h35 | 9:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
W95771 | 1:05 PM London Gatwick Airport | 4h00 | 5:05 PM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
GQ701 · GQ670 | 1:25 PM London Gatwick Airport | 17h05 | 6:30 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR5942+ QR239 | 1:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 19h30 | 9:20 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR5942+ QR241 | 1:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 19h20 | 9:10 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
W95327 | 2:00 PM London Luton Airport | 4h05 | 6:05 PM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
QR328 · QR241 | 2:05 PM London Gatwick Airport | 19h05 | 9:10 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR328 · QR239 | 2:05 PM London Gatwick Airport | 19h15 | 9:20 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR328 · QR245 | 2:05 PM London Gatwick Airport | 25h35 | 3:40 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR4 · QR239 | 2:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 19h05 | 9:20 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR4 · QR241 | 2:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h55 | 9:10 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AF1781 · AF1390 | 2:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 10h05 | 12:50 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR8 · QR241 | 2:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h15 | 9:10 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR8 · QR239 | 2:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h25 | 9:20 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR110 · QR241 | 3:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h40 | 9:10 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR110 · QR239 | 3:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h50 | 9:20 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
PC1166 | 3:40 PM London Stansted Airport | 3h45 | 7:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1010+ KL3100 | 3:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 22h40 | 2:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1010+ KL1959 | 3:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 22h10 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
VF1990 | 3:50 PM London Stansted Airport | 3h45 | 7:35 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
A3603+ A33154 | 4:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 16h50 | 9:25 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3603 · A3990 | 4:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 15h00 | 7:35 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1986 | 4:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h50 | 8:25 PM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1012+ KL1959 | 5:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 20h50 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL990+ KL3100 | 5:05 PM London City Airport | 21h20 | 2:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1012+ KL3100 | 5:05 PM London Heathrow Airport | 21h20 | 2:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1998 | 5:05 PM London Gatwick Airport | 4h00 | 9:05 PM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL990+ KL1959 | 5:05 PM London City Airport | 20h50 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
BA680 | 5:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h55 | 9:05 PM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
TK1972 | 5:45 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h50 | 9:35 PM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL1014+ KL3100 | 5:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 20h35 | 2:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL992+ KL3100 | 5:50 PM London City Airport | 20h35 | 2:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL992+ KL1959 | 5:50 PM London City Airport | 20h05 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1014+ KL1959 | 5:50 PM London Heathrow Airport | 20h05 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280 · LO135 | 6:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 20h15 | 2:35 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280 · LO133 | 6:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 16h35 | 10:55 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
LO280+ LO4507 | 6:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h00 | 11:20 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR12 · QR241 | 6:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h15 | 9:10 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR12 · QR239 | 6:55 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h25 | 9:20 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3605+ A33154 | 7:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h25 | 9:25 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3605 · A3990 | 7:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 12h35 | 7:35 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR9711+ QR241 | 7:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 13h50 | 9:10 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR9711+ QR239 | 7:20 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h00 | 9:20 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1932 | 8:00 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h55 | 11:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
KL996+ KL1959 | 8:05 PM London City Airport | 17h50 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL996+ KL3100 | 8:05 PM London City Airport | 18h20 | 2:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL996+ KL3102 | 8:05 PM London City Airport | 22h15 | 6:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR106 · QR241 | 8:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 13h00 | 9:10 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR106 · QR245 | 8:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 19h30 | 3:40 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR106 · QR239 | 8:10 PM London Heathrow Airport | 13h10 | 9:20 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1016+ KL1959 | 8:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h30 | 1:55 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1016+ KL3100 | 8:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h00 | 2:25 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
KL1016+ KL3102 | 8:25 PM London Heathrow Airport | 21h55 | 6:20 PM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 1 transfer | |
5F5618 · 5F5325 | 8:30 PM London Luton Airport | 10h10 | 6:40 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
QR16 · QR245 | 9:30 PM London Heathrow Airport | 18h10 | 3:40 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3609 · A3990 | 10:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 9h20 | 7:35 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3609+ A33152 | 10:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 17h10 | 3:25 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3609+ A33160 | 10:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h30 | 12:45 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3609+ A33154 | 10:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 11h10 | 9:25 AM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
A3609 · A3992 | 10:15 PM London Heathrow Airport | 14h45 | 1:00 PM Istanbul Airport | 1 transfer | |
TK1984 | 10:35 PM London Heathrow Airport | 3h50 | 2:25 AM Istanbul Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
PC1174 | 11:20 PM London Stansted Airport | 3h45 | 3:05 AM Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: London to Istanbul Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Istanbul by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Istanbul, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Flights from London to Istanbul generally leave from London Gatwick Airport and arrive in Istanbul Airport.
London Gatwick Airport is 46.6 km away from London city centre and Istanbul Airport is 44.4 km from Istanbul city centre.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from London to Istanbul
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 4.2€ (£3.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, including the First Class Lounge.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- DLR
- Bus 473
- Bus 474
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for two hours.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including duty-free shops and brands like Hugo Boss and Victoria's Secret.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 0.73€ (21 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including the Turkish Airlines Lounge, offering food, drinks, and relaxation areas.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- H-2
- IST-1
- IST-2
- IST-3
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops located in duty-free area, including D&R and Turkish Delight.
- Parking available, located near terminal, approximately 0.18€ (5 TRY) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available, including ISG Lounge with food and shower facilities.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Buses: E10, E11, SG-2
- Metro: M4
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