How to get from Istanbul to London
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 4h 05m, from €44.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to London. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 4h 05m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 2497 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €38, on Mon, Aug 24.
This fare comes from a search on August 24, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Istanbul to London: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Istanbul Airport → London Gatwickflight
Wizz Air UK·4h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Istanbul to London prices by travel date
Gold is the cheapest day we found. Tap a day and the panel and the button lock to that date.
2 ways from Istanbul to London: flight, bus
How the trip from Istanbul to London works
Start with a Wizz Air UK flight from Istanbul to London, about 4h 5m. In total it's roughly €44 over 4h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to London
DepartureIstanbulWho runs Istanbul to London
Wizz Air UKIstanbul Airport-London GatwickSee live options and dates →
Turkish AirlinesSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Wizz Air UK; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Istanbul to London: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to London?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 4h 05m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is London from Istanbul?+−
About 2497 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to London cost?+−
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €44 to €407. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to London?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 4h 05m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to London?+−
About 4h 05m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and London?+−
Istanbul is IST and London is LGW, so this route is usually written IST to LGW.
Which operators run Istanbul to London?+−
On this route you travel with Wizz Air UK.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to London?+−
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?+−
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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