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$133 Find Cheap Flights from London to Istanbul

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from London to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from London to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$248
Overall average: $314
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Thu 12/11Mon 12/15
LHR - SAW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$133
Typical prices: $149-$196
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Sat 11/8
LHR - SAW • 1 stop
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Cheapest • 43% average savings
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When to book
2 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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March
Cheapest • 45% price drop
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Cheap Flights from London to Istanbul (LON-SAW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from London to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from London to Istanbul

Thu, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 15
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6:50 pm - 6:20 pmLHR-SAW
20h 30m1 stop
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9:20 am - 2:45 pmSAW-LHR
8h 25m1 stop
$248Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 2
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9:55 am - 9:20 pmLHR-SAW
8h 25m1 stop
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9:20 am - 2:45 pmSAW-LHR
8h 25m1 stop
$252Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
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8:50 am - 8:30 pmLHR-SAW
8h 40m1 stop
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11:10 am - 5:00 pmSAW-LHR
8h 50m1 stop
$268Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Feb 27 - Wed, Mar 4
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8:00 pm - 5:55 amLHR-SAW
6h 55m1 stop
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10:15 am - 2:45 pmSAW-LHR
7h 30m1 stop
$269Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 18
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6:50 pm - 6:20 pmLHR-SAW
20h 30m1 stop
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10:05 am - 6:00 pmSAW-LHR
10h 55m1 stop
$273Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 13
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6:50 pm - 6:20 pmLHR-SAW
20h 30m1 stop
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8:55 am - 2:25 pmSAW-LHR
8h 30m1 stop
$279Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 2
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6:50 pm - 6:20 pmLHR-SAW
20h 30m1 stop
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9:20 am - 2:45 pmSAW-LHR
8h 25m1 stop
$280Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 30
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9:55 am - 9:20 pmLHR-SAW
8h 25m1 stop
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8:55 am - 2:25 pmSAW-LHR
8h 30m1 stop
$283Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 15
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6:30 am - 5:25 pmLHR-SAW
7h 55m1 stop
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12:55 pm - 7:15 pmSAW-LHR
9h 20m1 stop
$331KLM
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
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10:00 am - 9:20 pmLCY-SAW
8h 20m1 stop
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12:55 pm - 4:35 pmSAW-LCY
6h 40m1 stop
$356KLM
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KAYAK's insights & trends for London to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport departing in December.

What is the cheapest London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The absolute cheapest return flight from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport costs $115 on the route between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW). However, over the past month, flights between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) were, on average, 43% cheaper than other London-Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport routes. The most popular route is between London Stansted Airport (STN) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Istanbul?

The average price of all round-trip flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Istanbul on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Thursday. On your return trip to London, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Fridays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport is March, where tickets cost $121 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $389 and $360 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $219, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$133
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 31% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul

When to book flights from London to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking London to Istanbul flights

  • Can I take a direct flight between London airports and Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Yes, you can take direct flights from London to Sabiha Gokcen Airport, with there being several flights throughout the week. You can fly direct with Pegasus Airlines or Turkish Airlines from Stansted Airport. Alternatively, you can fly indirectly from Heathrow with Emirates, which requires one stop in Dubai International Airport. Gatwick also offers indirect flights with Turkish Airlines, which requires one-stop in Milan-Bodrum.

  • Is there the option to Fast Track at London airports?

    Yes, you can beat the queues at London airports, which is a great way to start your trip. At London Heathrow, this costs about £12.50, whereas at London Gatwick and London Stansted this costs around £5. You need to pre-book this at least 24h in advance and turn it up during the time slot you have been allocated.

  • Are there airport hotels at London airports?

    Yes, you can stay at hotels at London airports, which is a great way to relax ahead of your flight. Should you be flying with Emirates from Heathrow, you will likely depart from Terminal 2, so you could stay at Aerotel, which is only a short journey from the terminal building. At London Gatwick, you could stay at the Crowne Plaza, whilst at Stansted, you can opt for the Holiday Inn Express, which are both very close to the airports’ entrances.

  • How can I get from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to the centre?

    You can get a shuttle from the front of the airport, which takes about 1h 30min and costs around 40TL (£3.50). You could also opt for a taxi, which takes about 1h 10min and will cost around 550TL (£48).

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport was $133 for a one-way ticket and $248 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between London and Istanbul?

    A passport is required to fly from London to Istanbul.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London to Istanbul?

    There are 2 airports in London (London Heathrow and London Stansted.) and only 1 airport in Istanbul (Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen). The cheapest flights are generally found on the London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Istanbul?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Istanbul?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between London and Istanbul.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to Istanbul?

    There are nonstop flights from London to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Istanbul, Pegasus Airlines or Ajet?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Istanbul are Pegasus Airlines and Ajet. With an average price for the route of $192 and an overall rating of 6.7, Pegasus Airlines is the most popular choice. Ajet is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $138 and an overall rating of 6.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $88 or less one-way and $173 or less round-trip.
  • You can fly from several airports in London to Sabiha Gokcen Airport in Istanbul, making it a great city to depart from. To get to Heathrow Airport you can use Heathrow Express for about £25. To get to Gatwick Airport you can get the Gatwick Express, which costs around £20. Whilst you can get to Stansted Airport on the Stansted Express for about £20 too. These take approximately 15min, 30min, and 45min respectively.
  • Sabiha Gokcen Airport is well-located, not only to reach Istanbul but also to get to other parts of the country too. You can get to Golcuk in about 1h by car or you can travel to Hendek in around 1h 30min, making it a great airport to land at in Turkey.
  • Before you fly to Istanbul, you can enjoy some rest and relaxation at one of the lounges at London airports. You can use a lounge such as the Aspire Lounge at Heathrow Airport and Gatwick Airport, which costs about £25 per person, or you can use a lounge such as the Escape Lounge in Stansted Airport for around £20 per person. These provide you with food, drinks, and Wi-Fi whilst you wait to board.
  • At London airports, you can exchange your money so that you’re all set for your trip to Turkey. You’ll be able to find International Currency Exchange stores in Stansted and Gatwick, whilst you can use Moneycorp or Travelex in Heathrow so that you can convert your pounds to lira.
  • You can also exchange your currency at Sabiha Gokcen Airport too, should you not have time at London airports. You can access the currency exchange services of Akbank, Garanti Bank, or Yapi Kredi Bank in the airport, whilst there are also numerous ATMs where you can withdraw money from too.

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Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen.
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Direct departures

London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Monday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Tuesday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Wednesday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Thursday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Friday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Saturday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Sunday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen to London

Monday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Tuesday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Wednesday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Thursday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Friday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Saturday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Sunday

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

Ajet, Pegasus Airlines

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from London to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from London to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.7
Pegasus AirlinesOverall score based on 634 reviews
6.8Boarding
6.4Comfort
7.3Crew
5.6Entertainment
5.8Food
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You adjourned my flight by 1h 30 mns and only updated me 1h30 mns before the new scheduled flight. I submitted an email to Kayak asking for a refund. It was the most stressful experience I've had.

2.0 MediocreSam, Oct 2025SAW - DUB
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You adjourned my flight by 1h 30 mns and only updated me 1h30 mns before the new scheduled flight. I submitted an email to Kayak asking for a refund. It was the most stressful experience I've had.

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DGVSRsasQcG/?igsh=dmkxa2s1eHNlbHZs

Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

Pegasus is a very efficient airline. Passengers, however are sometimes unruly. Getting up right after take off. Getting up right when we land and before getting to the gate. Switching seats to the front so she can get a better seat. It is unfair for those that actually paid for seats. Flight attendants seem to not enforce it. One or two bad actors ruins it. Overall, the airline is great.

Bad. Cancelled and delayed flight. Payed 25£ for seat but got just normal one. No one refunded the money.

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