Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Wizz Air, British Airways, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Istanbul to London

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, prices for Istanbul Airport to London flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 3

What is the cheapest Istanbul to London flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Istanbul to London Gatwick for the best Istanbul - London flight prices

Question 4

Can stopping save me money on Istanbul Airport to London flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Istanbul Airport to London.

Question 5

What airlines fly to London?

Accepted Answer

Turkish Airlines, British Airways and Wizz Air are the top three most popular airlines that fly to London from Istanbul Airport according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to London. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to London on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 6

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Istanbul Airport and London?

Accepted Answer

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 7

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Istanbul Airport to London?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Athens (ATH) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $190.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Istanbul Airport to London is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for London on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $599. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $639. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to London.

Question 10

How often are flights from Istanbul to London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between Istanbul and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 118 minutes.

Question 11

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Istanbul Airport and London?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from $65 to $122.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $74.

Question 12

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Istanbul Airport to London?

Accepted Answer

Abu Dhabi (AUH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 08m.

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Istanbul Airport and London is 298 per week as of January 2026. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 18% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Question 14

How far in advance should I book a flight to London?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from Istanbul Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around $300 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from Istanbul Airport for as low as $233 on momondo.

Question 15

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Istanbul Airport to London?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Athens (ATH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 25m.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

42 flights are operational daily from Istanbul Airport to London as of January 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00AM, with 40% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

Question 18

What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to London from Istanbul Airport is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $87, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of March is another great option to travel to London, with average flight prices from Istanbul Airport averaging around $94.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Istanbul to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Flying to London from Istanbul Airport in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $212 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to London are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $642. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

According to our data, British Airways have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 13% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from Istanbul Airport to London is 3 as of January 2026.

Question 24

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

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Istanbul Airport to London.

Question 25

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to London can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at London. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best Price Found	$120
Fastest flight time	3h 55m
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Airports in London	6 airports

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Wizz Air	PriceFrom $70	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2 160 reviews	Search Wizz Air flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $141	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,208 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $195	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,705 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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