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Cheap flights from London to Istanbul Airport from C$ 145

LON — IST
4 Dec — 11 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from London to Istanbul

Tue 8/126:30 a.m. -
1 stop7h 25m
Mon 14/127:15 a.m. -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 4/11C$ 287
Sat 5/126:30 a.m. -
1 stop7h 25m
Mon 7/126:00 p.m. -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 3/11C$ 295
Sun 15/116:15 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Sun 13/128:25 a.m. -
Nonstop4h 25m
Deal found 1/11C$ 303
Wed 25/116:10 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Fri 4/122:55 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 15m
Deal found 4/11C$ 305
Sat 28/118:55 a.m. -
1 stop6h 00m
Sat 5/126:00 p.m. -
1 stop19h 45m
Deal found 31/10C$ 306
Fri 4/127:00 a.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Mon 7/123:25 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 15m
Deal found 1/11C$ 313
Wed 25/116:10 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Mon 7/128:25 a.m. -
Nonstop4h 25m
Deal found 1/11C$ 315
Wed 25/116:10 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Wed 9/126:50 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 10m
Deal found 3/11C$ 316
Sun 6/126:15 p.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Sun 13/128:25 a.m. -
Nonstop4h 25m
Deal found 31/10C$ 324
Wed 9/121:20 p.m. -
1 stop12h 20m
Fri 18/125:25 a.m. -
1 stop9h 55m
Deal found 4/11C$ 326
Sat 5/127:00 a.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Wed 9/123:00 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 15m
Deal found 3/11C$ 327
Tue 1/126:55 a.m. -
Nonstop3h 55m
Fri 4/122:55 p.m. -
Nonstop4h 15m
Deal found 4/11C$ 331

Find flight deals from London to Istanbul

Round-trip from

C$ 287

One-way from

C$ 145

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 229

Good round-trip deal

C$ 1,044 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 213 or less
Air France
  • Air France
  • 8/12-14/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 45m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Wizz Air
  • Wizz Air
  • 20/4-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 00m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Tue 20/4

8:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

1 stop11h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 145

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Sun 18/4

8:00 p.m.-8:45 a.m.

1 stop10h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 152

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Fri 16/4

8:00 p.m.-8:45 a.m.

1 stop10h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 161

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Sun 13/12

6:00 a.m.-6:25 p.m.

1 stop9h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 162

LondonIstanbul

LGW London Gatwick - IST Istanbul

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Fri 5/3

6:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop11h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 164

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Mon 16/11

10:00 a.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop11h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 180

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Tue 10/11

8:00 p.m.-9:15 a.m.

1 stop10h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 186

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Tue 15/12

8:30 a.m.-9:15 a.m.

1 stop21h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 194

LondonIstanbul

LGW London Gatwick - IST Istanbul

LGWIST

London Gatwick

Wed 13/1

8:30 a.m.-6:25 p.m.

1 stop6h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 199

LondonIstanbul

LTN London Luton - IST Istanbul

LTNIST

London Luton

Sat 14/11

6:30 a.m.-6:25 p.m.

1 stop8h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 200

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Best time to book a flight from London to Istanbul

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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$ 249). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 523). 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?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 53% on flights from London to Istanbul Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from London to Istanbul Airport

The most flights from LON to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (29 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London to Istanbul Airport?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
London to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between C$ 159 and C$ 319 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 287 on Multiple Airlines (8 Dec-14 Dec).

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 127 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 has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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

The best time to book flights from London to Istanbul Airport is 60 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 day to fly from London to Istanbul Airport?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines,Pegasus Airlines, andWizz Air from London to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deborah,Nov 2026

JFK - IST

I got locked out of my earthlink account while using the Turkish Airlines wifi. I am still working on getting it back.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,467 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deborah,Nov 2026

JFK - IST

I got locked out of my earthlink account while using the Turkish Airlines wifi. I am still working on getting it back.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
604 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deborah,Nov 2026

JFK - IST

I got locked out of my earthlink account while using the Turkish Airlines wifi. I am still working on getting it back.
Wizz Air
6.3
Okay
173 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.5

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Deborah,Nov 2026

JFK - IST

I got locked out of my earthlink account while using the Turkish Airlines wifi. I am still working on getting it back.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Pegasus Airlines, British Airways, and Turkish Airlines fly from London to Istanbul Airport in about 3h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 25m. There are 2486 km between London and Istanbul Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from London to Istanbul Airport is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 313 on this airline.

  • 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$ 57. However, be on the lookout for offers from British Airways and Turkish Airlines, 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 Gatwick - Istanbul or London City - 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 (90%), Avianca (84%), Turkish Airlines( 79%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 209. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Istanbul) can be booked for C$ 355 on average, our data indicates C$ 795 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$ 249). Flying from London to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 523). 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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Top airline flying from London to Istanbul

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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 313AverageC$ 343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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