Cheap flights from London, United Kingdom to Istanbul, Turkey

Flights starting at £52. Choose between Pegasus, Turkish Airlines, or Ryanair to find the best price.

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Cheapest one-way trip

£52

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

£157

Cheapest round-trip

£92

Average round-trip

£234

Nonstop flights in March

£157 – £1063

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Weekly direct flights

Discover the top airlines offering direct flights from London to Istanbul in the next month. You’ll find the number of daily direct flights per airline in the table.

Weekly direct flights for Mon 20.03 - Sun 26.03

AirlineMon 20.03Tue 21.03Wed 22.03Thu 23.03Fri 24.03Sat 25.03Sun 26.03
3433213
4766515
Wizz Air
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Weekly direct flights for Mon 27.03 - Sun 02.04

AirlineMon 27.03Tue 28.03Wed 29.03Thu 30.03Fri 31.03Sat 01.04Sun 02.04
432------------
64---------------
---2221------
11---------------

Weekly direct flights for Mon 03.04 - Sun 09.04

AirlineMon 03.04Tue 04.04Wed 05.04Thu 06.04Fri 07.04Sat 08.04Sun 09.04
2---33135
---346555
------11122
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Weekly direct flights for Mon 10.04 - Sun 16.04

AirlineMon 10.04Tue 11.04Wed 12.04Thu 13.04Fri 14.04Sat 15.04Sun 16.04
Pegasus
3355645
---133445
2222222
12221---3

Check-in for a flight from London to Istanbul

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during bookingOnline check-in available
PegasusPGTPCNoOpens 48 days before flight
Closes 2 hours before flight
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKYes0
0
RyanairRYRFRNoOpens 24 days before flight
Closes 2 hours before flight
Wizz AirWZZW6NoOpens 48 days before flight
Closes 3 hours before flight
easyJetEZYU2NoOpens 720 days before flight
Closes 2 hours before flight

Turkey COVID-19 travel restrictions

Latest COVID-19 travel restrictions in Turkey – 03/2023
Your trip summary

Most travelers from London, LHR can enter Türkiye, but there are restrictions.

Departure

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
  • Quarantine is not required
Visa requirements
  • Visa is not required

Return

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
  • Quarantine is not required
Visa requirements
  • Visa is not required

Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.

Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in Turkey in our dedicated Stories article.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from London to Istanbul?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between London and Istanbul takes around 3.8 hours.
What is the flight distance between London and Istanbul?
The flight distance between London and Istanbul is 2521 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between London and Istanbul?
Several carriers operate flights between London and Istanbul. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, British Airways, Pegasus.
What are the most popular routes to and from London?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as London and Lisbon, Athens, Tirana, Faro, Bucharest, Málaga, Larnaca, New York, Dubai, Tenerife, Alicante, Rome, Milan, Barcelona, Dublin, Amsterdam, Palma, Majorca, Tel Aviv, Madrid, Sofia.
What are the most popular routes to and from Istanbul?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Istanbul and Manchester, Toronto, Birmingham, Dublin, Montreal, Edinburgh, Vancouver, Bristol, Glasgow, Newcastle upon Tyne, Antalya, Athens, Reykjavik, Northern Cyprus, Amman, Calgary, Dalaman, Tallinn, Dubai, Kayseri.
Which airports are there in London?
London is mainly served by Heathrow. But there are other airports nearby, including Gatwick, London Stansted, Luton, London City, London Southend, RAF Northolt.
What airports are near London?
The main airport in London is Heathrow. It is also served by Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Southampton, Cardiff, Bournemouth, Exeter, Humberside, Norwich.
What airports are near Istanbul?
The main airport in Istanbul is Istanbul Airport. It is also served by Anadolu, Tekirdağ Çorlu, Yenişehir.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between London and Istanbul?
Yes, it's possible to combine different modes of transport between London and Istanbul thanks to our Virtual Interlining technology. Making use of not only flights but also trains and buses between London and Istanbul can give rise to new adventures. Read more about how Virtual Interlining works on Kiwi.com Stories.
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