How long does a flight from London to Istanbul take?

Direct flights cover the 4,001 km separating London to Istanbul in about 3h 40m . Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

Each day, there are between 7 and 10 direct flights that take off from London Heathrow Airport and land in Istanbul Airport, with an average flight time of 3h 53m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 60 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Saturday, when 17% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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 €117 for a one-way ticket and €176 for a return. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from London Heathrow Airport at 06:35 and will be landing in Istanbul Airport at 13:35.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London to Istanbul?

Only Asiana Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London to Istanbul flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Istanbul?

The Airbus A321-100/200 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. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

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. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Which cabin class options are there for flights between London Heathrow Airport and Istanbul Airport?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy . Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from London to Istanbul?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from London to Istanbul were found on British Airways (€168) and KLM (€187).

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Cheap Flight Deals from London to Istanbul (LHR-IST)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. 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 return flight deals from Heathrow to Istanbul

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Heathrow to Istanbul.

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17:05 - 00:05LHR-IST

4h 00mdirect

18:40 - 20:00IST-LHR

4h 20mdirect

€168British Airways

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Tue, 31 Dec - Wed, 29 Jan

18:35 - 00:25LHR-IST

3h 50mdirect

20:25 - 22:25IST-LHR

4h 00mdirect

€170British Airways

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Mon, 19 May - Fri, 23 May

18:30 - 00:20LHR-IST

3h 50mdirect

19:50 - 21:50IST-LHR

4h 00mdirect

€171British Airways

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Sat, 10 May - Sat, 17 May

20:25 - 16:55LHR-IST

17h 30m1 stop

17:55 - 20:50IST-LHR

5h 55m1 stop

€187KLM

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Thu, 9 Jan - Tue, 14 Jan

20:25 - 16:55LHR-IST

17h 30m1 stop

17:55 - 20:50IST-LHR

5h 55m1 stop

€188KLM

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Fri, 3 Jan - Tue, 14 Jan

13:20 - 04:25LHR-IST

12h 05m1 stop

18:25 - 19:45IST-LHR

4h 20mdirect

€199

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Wed, 12 Feb - Mon, 17 Feb

13:20 - 16:55LHR-IST

24h 35m1 stop

05:20 - 12:20IST-LHR

10h 00m1 stop

€215Air Serbia

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Wed, 15 Jan - Fri, 17 Jan

13:20 - 16:55LHR-IST

24h 35m1 stop

16:40 - 12:20IST-LHR

22h 40m1 stop

€216Air Serbia

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Fri, 31 Jan - Sun, 2 Feb

13:30 - 22:45LHR-IST

6h 15m1 stop

14:00 - 18:40IST-LHR

6h 40m1 stop

€243Lufthansa

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Fri, 28 Mar - Wed, 2 Apr

09:30 - 18:05LHR-IST

5h 35m1 stop

18:55 - 22:15IST-LHR

6h 20m1 stop

€255Lufthansa

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Tue, 31 Dec - Mon, 3 Feb

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.

Prices

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The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport is January, where tickets cost €104 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is €318 and €288 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

No, with an average price for the route of €188, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Low season	November
High season	July
Cheapest flight	€112

Best time to beat the crowds (23% less expensive on average)

Most popular time to fly (36% more expensive on average)

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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.

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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.

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 €117 for a one-way ticket and €176 for a return.
Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London to Istanbul?
Only Asiana Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London to Istanbul flight route.
Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Istanbul?
The Airbus A321-100/200 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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