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€103 Find cheap flights from London to Istanbul

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from London to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from London to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to Istanbul (LHR-IST)

 
These are the cheapest deals for flights from Heathrow to Istanbul currently on KAYAK along with options from the most popular airlines KAYAK users selected for this route. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

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Recent one-way flight deals from Heathrow to Istanbul

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07:00 - 14:00LHR-IST
4h 00mdirect
18:45 - 19:50IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
€155British Airways
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Wed, 6 Nov - Fri, 8 Nov
18:30 - 00:25LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
18:45 - 19:50IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
€163British Airways
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Tue, 10 Sep - Fri, 29 Nov
13:30 - 14:50LHR-IST
23h 20m1 stop
04:30 - 12:30IST-LHR
10h 00m1 stop
€210Air Serbia
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Tue, 17 Sep - Tue, 1 Oct
18:55 - 03:25LHR-IST
6h 30m1 stop
15:35 - 12:30IST-LHR
22h 55m1 stop
€212Air Serbia
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Sun, 6 Oct - Wed, 16 Oct
08:30 - 21:20LHR-IST
10h 50m1 stop
17:55 - 22:10IST-LHR
6h 15m1 stop
€212Lufthansa
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Wed, 4 Sep - Tue, 10 Sep
13:30 - 21:20LHR-IST
5h 50m1 stop
14:00 - 17:40IST-LHR
5h 40m1 stop
€227Lufthansa
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Mon, 23 Sep - Tue, 1 Oct
22:15 - 15:00LHR-IST
14h 45m1 stop
15:50 - 21:10IST-LHR
7h 20m1 stop
€235Aegean Airlines
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Thu, 10 Oct - Tue, 15 Oct
18:30 - 00:15LHR-IST
3h 45mdirect
14:55 - 16:50IST-LHR
3h 55mdirect
€235Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 28 May - Tue, 11 Jun
18:30 - 00:15LHR-IST
3h 45mdirect
14:50 - 17:00IST-LHR
4h 10mdirect
€247Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 4 Jun - Mon, 1 Jul
16:35 - 02:10LHR-IST
7h 35m1 stop
05:30 - 15:30IST-LHR
12h 00m1 stop
€257Aegean Airlines
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Fri, 20 Sep - Sat, 21 Sep
18:35 - 00:30LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
€103British Airways
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Mon, 30 Sep
18:35 - 00:30LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
€104British Airways
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Mon, 21 Oct
18:35 - 00:30LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
€107British Airways
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Mon, 9 Sep
19:55 - 14:55LHR-IST
17h 00m1 stop
€114Air Serbia
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Sat, 14 Sep
19:55 - 03:25LHR-IST
5h 30m1 stop
€115Air Serbia
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Sat, 24 Aug
16:35 - 02:10LHR-IST
7h 35m1 stop
€125Aegean Airlines
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Mon, 30 Sep
19:00 - 09:50LHR-IST
12h 50m1 stop
€126Aegean Airlines
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Sun, 25 Aug
10:30 - 21:20LHR-IST
8h 50m1 stop
€142Lufthansa
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Fri, 30 Aug
13:30 - 21:20LHR-IST
5h 50m1 stop
€148Lufthansa
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Mon, 9 Sep
06:30 - 16:45LHR-IST
8h 15m1 stop
€157LOT
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Fri, 7 Jun
18:30 - 00:15LHR-IST
3h 45mdirect
07:50 - 09:50IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
€257Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 21 May - Sun, 26 May
18:30 - 00:15LHR-IST
3h 45mdirect
07:50 - 09:50IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
€269Turkish Airlines
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Mon, 20 May - Sun, 26 May
18:35 - 00:30LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
19:55 - 21:55IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
€280British Airways
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Mon, 20 May - Tue, 21 May
22:15 - 09:50LHR-IST
9h 35m1 stop
15:50 - 21:10IST-LHR
7h 20m1 stop
€318Aegean Airlines
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Sat, 18 May - Wed, 22 May
22:15 - 09:50LHR-IST
9h 35m1 stop
20:50 - 11:15IST-LHR
16h 25m1 stop
€359Aegean Airlines
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Sat, 18 May - Mon, 27 May
06:15 - 12:15LHR-IST
4h 00mdirect
20:05 - 22:05IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
€367British Airways
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Sat, 18 May - Sat, 18 May
14:50 - 09:25LHR-IST
16h 35m1 stop
06:50 - 14:05IST-LHR
9h 15m1 stop
€434TAROM
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Tue, 21 May - Sun, 26 May
14:50 - 09:25LHR-IST
16h 35m1 stop
23:15 - 14:05IST-LHR
16h 50m1 stop
€467TAROM
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Tue, 21 May - Fri, 31 May
06:55 - 17:00LHR-IST
8h 05m2 stops
14:00 - 17:40IST-LHR
5h 40m1 stop
€512Lufthansa
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Fri, 17 May - Tue, 28 May
09:00 - 21:20LHR-IST
10h 20m2 stops
17:55 - 22:10IST-LHR
6h 15m1 stop
€533Lufthansa
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Sun, 19 May - Tue, 21 May
07:00 - 14:00LHR-IST
4h 00mdirect
18:45 - 19:50IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
€155British Airways
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Wed, 6 Nov - Fri, 8 Nov
18:30 - 00:25LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
18:45 - 19:50IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
€163British Airways
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Tue, 10 Sep - Fri, 29 Nov
18:30 - 00:25LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
08:30 - 09:35IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
€166British Airways
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Tue, 10 Sep - Mon, 25 Nov
18:30 - 00:25LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
18:40 - 19:45IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
€170British Airways
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Tue, 10 Sep - Tue, 26 Nov
18:35 - 00:30LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
18:45 - 19:50IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
€172British Airways
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Thu, 5 Sep - Fri, 15 Nov
07:00 - 14:00LHR-IST
4h 00mdirect
14:45 - 15:50IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
€177British Airways
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Wed, 6 Nov - Sun, 10 Nov
18:35 - 00:30LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
20:25 - 22:25IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
€184British Airways
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Mon, 7 Oct - Fri, 18 Oct
18:40 - 00:35LHR-IST
3h 55mdirect
20:25 - 22:25IST-LHR
4h 00mdirect
€188British Airways
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Fri, 4 Oct - Fri, 18 Oct
18:30 - 00:15LHR-IST
3h 45mdirect
13:10 - 15:05IST-LHR
3h 55mdirect
€235Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 28 May - Wed, 12 Jun
18:30 - 00:15LHR-IST
3h 45mdirect
18:45 - 20:50IST-LHR
4h 05mdirect
€246Turkish Airlines
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Tue, 4 Jun - Tue, 2 Jul

Flights from Heathrow to Istanbul - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Heathrow to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport is January, where tickets cost €98 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of tickets is €388 and €353 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 70 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from London to Istanbul?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from London to Istanbul found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for €155 on British Airways, followed by Air Serbia (€210). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as €103 on British Airways and from €114 on Air Serbia.

How many flights are there between London Heathrow Airport and Istanbul Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 8 and 10 nonstop flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport and land in Istanbul Airport, with an average flight time of 3h 55m. The most common departure time is 18:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 65 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

How long does a flight from London to Istanbul take?

A direct flight to Istanbul will take on average 3h 45m to travel the 4,001 km flying distance from London.

What’s the earliest departure time from London to Istanbul?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from London Heathrow Airport at 06:15 and will be landing in Istanbul Airport at 12:15.

What’s the latest departure time from London to Istanbul?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport jets off at 22:30 and lands at 04:20.

Good to know

Low season

November

High season

August

Cheapest flight

€103
Best time to beat the crowds (30% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (65% more expensive on average)
Flight from London to Istanbul

When to book flights from Heathrow to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking London to Istanbul flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport was €112 for a one-way ticket and €169 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Istanbul?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Istanbul?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between London and Istanbul, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to Istanbul?

    There are direct flights from London to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Flights from Heathrow to Istanbul: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Heathrow to Istanbul 
HUGOFlew with British AirwaysMar 2024
Do not rush through immigration because the language takes forever
LeaFlew with British AirwaysJan 2024
Put all toiletries in your suitcase below plan. London security is super strict about how many toiletries and their size
BenjaminFlew with Turkish AirlinesDec 2023
Istanbul Airport seams very nice. Wish I had more time to explore.

Prefer to fly direct from London Heathrow to Istanbul?

Find which airlines fly direct from Heathrow to Istanbul, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London Heathrow to Istanbul

Monday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Thursday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Friday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Saturday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Sunday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

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Direct returns

Istanbul to London Heathrow

Monday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Thursday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Friday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Saturday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

Sunday

Air Canada, American Airlines, Avianca, +8 more

Air Canada, American Airlines, +9 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from London to Istanbul found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
30/9Mon
directBritish Airways
3h 55mLHR-IST
€103
21/10Mon
directBritish Airways
3h 55mLHR-IST
€104
9/9Mon
directBritish Airways
3h 55mLHR-IST
€107
14/9Sat
1 stopAir Serbia
17h 00mLHR-IST
€114
24/8Sat
1 stopAir Serbia
5h 30mLHR-IST
€115
30/9Mon
1 stopAegean Airlines
7h 35mLHR-IST
€125
25/8Sun
1 stopAegean Airlines
12h 50mLHR-IST
€126
30/8Fri
1 stopLufthansa
8h 50mLHR-IST
€142
9/9Mon
1 stopLufthansa
5h 50mLHR-IST
€148
7/6Fri
1 stopLOT
8h 15mLHR-IST
€157

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Last minute flights from Heathrow to Istanbul

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from London to Istanbul that are departing in the next 10 days.
21/5Tue
directTurkish Airlines
3h 45mLHR-IST
26/5Sun
directTurkish Airlines
4h 00mIST-LHR
€257
20/5Mon
directTurkish Airlines
3h 45mLHR-IST
26/5Sun
directTurkish Airlines
4h 00mIST-LHR
€269
20/5Mon
directBritish Airways
3h 55mLHR-IST
21/5Tue
directBritish Airways
4h 00mIST-LHR
€280
18/5Sat
multi-stopAegean Airlines
9h 35mLHR-IST
22/5Wed
multi-stopAegean Airlines
7h 20mIST-LHR
€318
18/5Sat
multi-stopAegean Airlines
9h 35mLHR-IST
27/5Mon
multi-stopAegean Airlines
16h 25mIST-LHR
€359
18/5Sat
directBritish Airways
4h 00mLHR-IST
18/5Sat
directBritish Airways
4h 00mIST-LHR
€367
21/5Tue
multi-stopTAROM
16h 35mLHR-IST
26/5Sun
multi-stopTAROM
9h 15mIST-LHR
€434
21/5Tue
multi-stopTAROM
16h 35mLHR-IST
31/5Fri
multi-stopTAROM
16h 50mIST-LHR
€467
17/5Fri
multi-stopLufthansa
8h 05mLHR-IST
28/5Tue
multi-stopLufthansa
5h 40mIST-LHR
€512
19/5Sun
multi-stopLufthansa
10h 20mLHR-IST
21/5Tue
multi-stopLufthansa
6h 15mIST-LHR
€533

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London - Istanbul Flights

Departure:

London (undefined)United Kingdom

Destination:

Istanbul (IST)Türkiye

Cabin classes:

€390

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