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Flights from Istanbul to London

Nonstop flights from Istanbul (IST) to London (LHR) take about 3h 37m (2,487 km). British Airways flies it. Lowest fare seen: $89 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Istanbul to London

Carriers on IST–LHR according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen

Istanbul to London fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $67 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $59. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$9923 Oct 2026—
Nov 2026$6725 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$732 Dec 2026$59 · 1 stop18 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$7324 Jan 2027$67 · 1 stop19 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$7212 Feb 2027$64 · 1 stop6 Feb 2027
Mar 2027$731 Mar 2027$68 · 1 stop2 Mar 2027
Apr 2027$8227 Apr 2027$68 · 1 stop1 Apr 2027 · Turkish Airlines
May 2027$8424 May 2027—
Jun 2027$8422 Jun 2027—
Jul 2027$8419 Jul 2027—
Aug 2027$15113 Aug 2027$136 · 1 stop22 Aug 2027
Sept 2027$10624 Sept 2027$91 · 1 stop17 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $59 in December 2026, against $67 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 7 of 7 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Istanbul to London, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to London

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UK is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Istanbul to London flights

How long is the flight from Istanbul to London?
A nonstop flight from Istanbul (IST) to London (LHR) takes about 3h 37m, covering 2,487 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Istanbul from London by air?
The great-circle distance between İstanbul Airport and London Heathrow Airport is 2,487 km (1,545 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to London?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the IST–LHR route include British Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Istanbul to London cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on IST–LHR was $89 USD with British Airways (nonstop), departing 10 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to London?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $59 one-way, against $136 for August 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Turkey to UK?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter UK visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit London?
UK is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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