2,500 km · 4h 5m
ISTIstanbul
LHRLondon
Cheap Flights from Istanbul to London
Istanbul to London is about 2,500 km, roughly 4h 5m in the air. Airlines on this route include Turkish Airlines, British Airways, Pegasus Airlines. Aviasales travellers recently found fares from GBP 87 for Nov 2026 departures (as of 31 Oct 2026); check the live price before you book.
From GBP 87 · as of 31 Oct 2026
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Flight time
4h 5m
Distance
2,500 km
Airlines
Turkish Airlines (TK), British Airways (BA), Pegasus Airlines (PC)
Typically served — verify with the airline.
Carriers seen in a sample search — verify availability
Aegean Airlines (A3), Air Serbia (JU), British Airways (BA), LOT Polish Airlines (LO), Lufthansa (LH), Turkish Airlines (TK), Vueling (VY)
Nonstop options were found in this sample search.
Lowest fares found for Nov 2026
GBP 87.00
Range found: GBP 87.00–216.00
Cheapest fares Aviasales travellers found in recent searches, as of 31 Oct 2026 · not a live quote · in GBP
Turkish Airlines, British Airways and Pegasus Airlines all fly non-stop between Istanbul (IST) and London Heathrow (LHR). Covering roughly 2,500 km, the route takes about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Best time to book
On this route, booking roughly 4–8 weeks ahead has typically offered the best fares.
- Cheaper months (illustrative)
- Apr, May
- Pricier months (illustrative)
- Jan, Dec
Illustrative guidance, not a live fare quote
Price trend
| Best time to book | From |
|---|---|
| Oct | GBP 358 |
| Nov | GBP 87 |
| Dec | GBP 67 |
| Jan | GBP 69 |
| Feb | GBP 66 |
| Mar | GBP 72 |
| Apr | GBP 79 |
| May | GBP 84 |
| Jun | GBP 91 |
| Jul | GBP 87 |
| Aug | GBP 97 |
| Sep | GBP 88 |
Cheapest fare per departure month found by Aviasales travellers, as of 31 Oct 2026 · in GBP · not a live quote
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Good to know
- Book early and compare nearby dates — non-stop IST–LHR fares move with demand.
- Heathrow is a large, multi-terminal hub, so leave extra time if you have an onward connection.
- Check the UK's visa and passport entry requirements before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to London?
A non-stop flight from IST to LHR takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, covering a great-circle distance of roughly 2,500 km.
Which airlines fly non-stop from Istanbul to London?
Turkish Airlines, British Airways and Pegasus Airlines all operate non-stop flights on the Istanbul–London route.
When is the best time to book this route?
Booking a few weeks ahead and choosing midweek departures gives you the best chance of catching a lower fare.
Airports on this route
Airlines on this route
Typically served — verify with the airline.