How many flights depart from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

11 flights are operational daily from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 61% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between London and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 140 minutes.

How many flights depart from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

78 flights are operational weekly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Wizz Air and Vueling are the most popular carriers operating from London Gatwick to Istanbul

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, JetBlue have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport?

There are 2 operators available for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $120. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in March, then you should wait until January to fly from London Gatwick Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $134.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $398. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from London Gatwick Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $666.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul Airport?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $301. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $555.

What is the cheapest London Gatwick to Istanbul flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from London Gatwick Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $208 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from London Gatwick Airport for as low as $144 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on London Gatwick to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London Gatwick to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 31% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from London Gatwick Airport in the past 72 hours is $86. The best round-trip flight deal from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $205.

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How far is London Gatwick to Istanbul by plane?
The distance between London Gatwick and Istanbul is about 1527.4 mi. 4h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
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There are 2 operators available for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Istanbul Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport is Airbus A321neo (30.50% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321-100/200 (15.94%), Airbus A320-100/200 (7.02%), and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (5.83%).
What is the most popular airline from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport is Wizz Air (73% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Turkish Airlines (27%).

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Wizz Air	PriceFrom $67	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.1 156 reviews		Search Wizz Air flights
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Turkish Airlines Flights From London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport
Turkish Airlines flight deals from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport start from $193 round-trip. Over the 16 Turkish Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $255 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Wizz Air Flights From London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport
The best Wizz Air deal for London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $67, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Wizz Air flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $138 round-trip. Wizz Air operates 4 flights out of London Gatwick Airport into Istanbul Airport in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 156 Wizz Air reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 6.1/10.

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What cabin class options are available on London Gatwick to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on London Gatwick to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 31% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Wizz Air and Vueling are the most popular carriers operating from London Gatwick to Istanbul

How often are flights from London to Istanbul delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between London and Istanbul have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 140 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Istanbul flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Istanbul flights?

According to our data, JetBlue have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport on average per day?

11 flights are operational daily from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 61% of flights per day taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport on average per week?

78 flights are operational weekly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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