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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.906 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 17 Jun.Return flight with WestJet and Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from London on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in London.Price includes taxes and charges.From 906 €, select.
Istanbul.1.065 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with WestJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from London on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in London.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.065 €, select.
Istanbul.1.202 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr, returning Tue, 13 May.Return flight with Air Canada and LOT.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from London on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with LOT, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 13 May, arriving in London.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.202 €, select.
Istanbul.1.405 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Air Canada and Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from London on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 5 May, arriving in London.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.405 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Alternative London to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found906 €
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from London to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from London to Istanbul is 906 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from 906 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from London to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Istanbul is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from London Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 30.3 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from 906 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Airport to Istanbul on Tuesday, 10 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from London International Airport (YXU) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Istanbul is 7 hours ahead of London, where London International Airport is located. Istanbul operates on the UTC+3 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from YXU to Istanbul, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You don't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from Canada and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before locking in your cheap tickets from London International Airport to Istanbul, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.

  • Located around 11 kilometres from central London, YXU can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 53 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near YXU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London International Airport to Istanbul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Istanbul

  • 545 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London International Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 906 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from YXU to Istanbul if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from London International Airport to Istanbul.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from YXU to Istanbul is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London International Airport to Istanbul, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). As soon as your flight from London International Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 57 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 30 minutes.

  • Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from YXU to Istanbul:

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • August is the busiest month for flights from London International Airport to Istanbul. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February when it's quieter.

  • Book your flight from London International Airport to Istanbul for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from YXU to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from London International Airport to Istanbul:

  • Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Istanbul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galata Tower.

Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental

  • Choose one of our car rentals in Istanbul and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare options in one place to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from London International Airport to Istanbul.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Istanbul

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