Cheap Flights from Istanbul to London from $52

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul to London (IST-LON)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Wizz Air UK offers one-way fares as low as $52 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. IST to LGW on Thu, Sep 17), while Wizz Air UK offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $116 departing on Sat, Sep 19 and returning on Fri, Sep 25.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Istanbul to London?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Istanbul to London with the following airlines, including: Turkish Airlines Wizz Air UK Pegasus Airlines AJet British Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Istanbul (IST) to London (LON) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 4 hours to fly from Istanbul (IST) to London (LON).

• When is the best time to book flights from Istanbul to London?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Istanbul to London is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Istanbul to London?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 80 flight per week flying from Istanbul to London. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Wizz Air UK: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- W95328 (14:23)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Istanbul to London?

  To find best deals on flights from Istanbul to London, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Sep 17, with one-way flights priced at just $52.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Wizz Air UK.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for London travel is around August.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Istanbul (IST) to London (LON) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Istanbul to London is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to London on?

  After crunching the numbers on our July flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to London on July 24, 2026 with Wizz Air UK, with prices starting at $18.

• Which airports can I fly to for London from Istanbul?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in London, with Istanbul Airport to Heathrow Airport (IST-LHR) is by far the most common option on this route: Heathrow Airport (LHR) London Gatwick Airport (LGW) London City Airport (LCY) London Luton Airport (LTN) London Stansted Airport (STN) London Southend Airport (SEN).

• Is there any time difference between Istanbul and London?

  The time difference between London and Istanbul is 3h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Istanbul to London?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.