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Cheapest round-trip
$232
Typical prices: $137-$339
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LHR - SAW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$122
Typical prices: $70-$199
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Sat 11/3
LHR - SAW • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with Pegasus Airlines and Ajet. Average duration is 3h 49m
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Cheapest • 40% average savings
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Most punctual • 93% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 46% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $168 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from London to Istanbul (LON-SAW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from London to Istanbul

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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6:50 pm - 7:40 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
21h 50m1 stop Bilbao
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10:20 am - 6:00 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LHR London Heathrow
10h 40m1 stop Bilbao
$232Multiple Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Fri, Jan 15
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6:50 pm - 7:40 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
21h 50m1 stop Bilbao
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10:20 am - 6:00 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LHR London Heathrow
10h 40m1 stop Bilbao
$242Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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8:50 am - 8:35 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
8h 45m1 stop Hamburg
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12:30 pm - 5:00 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LHR London Heathrow
7h 30m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
$251Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:50 pm - 7:40 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
21h 50m1 stop Bilbao
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10:20 am - 6:00 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LHR London Heathrow
10h 40m1 stop Bilbao
$258Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:50 pm - 6:20 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
18h 30m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
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10:20 am - 6:00 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LHR London Heathrow
10h 40m1 stop Bilbao
$259Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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6:50 pm - 7:40 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
21h 50m1 stop Bilbao
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10:05 am - 8:05 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LHR London Heathrow
13h 00m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$264Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
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6:50 pm - 7:40 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
21h 50m1 stop Bilbao
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10:05 am - 8:05 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LHR London Heathrow
13h 00m1 stop Barcelona-El Prat
$266Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 20
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6:50 pm - 7:40 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
21h 50m1 stop Bilbao
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9:00 am - 2:20 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LHR London Heathrow
8h 20m1 stop Paris Orly
$271Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Mon, Nov 30
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6:50 pm - 7:40 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
21h 50m1 stop Bilbao
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10:20 am - 6:00 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LHR London Heathrow
10h 40m1 stop Bilbao
$273Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 8
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6:00 am - 3:45 pmLHR  London Heathrow-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
6h 45m1 stop Zurich
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3:50 pm - 7:15 pmSAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-LHR London Heathrow
6h 25m1 stop Zurich
$274Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport with more confidence.

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

London Stansted Airport (STN) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) is the cheapest London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport route, averaging $216 round-trip. Other London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport routes average $389, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport at $119 round-trip.
•August ($363) and July ($333) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 205% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport the cheapest?

Flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$122
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 51% increase in price.
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport

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Your London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights:

    • Pegasus Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Ajet: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between London and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Pegasus Airlines
    • Ajet

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Pegasus Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Ajet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • flynas: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $168 round-trip via Tirana Rinas (TIA), compared to $218 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $14–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dalaman (DLM) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Milas–Bodrum (BJV) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt (ADB) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $200 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $241, a difference of $41. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights, with 55% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 23%, evening flights for 11%, and night flights for 11%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:20 am and lands at 4:09 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:20 pm and lands at 3:09 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 49m.

  • How expensive are last-minute London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% above the route average of $221. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    A nonstop flight from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport takes 3h 49m, covering 1,571 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $129, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • How does British Airways’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights?

    British Airways is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Ajet has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights are:

    • British Airways: 93% on time
    • Ajet: 86% on time
    • Pegasus Airlines: 83% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 84% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Flying via Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 24m, compared with 6h 39m via Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl (BUD) and 7h 00m via Stuttgart Echterdingen (STR).

  • What is the time difference between London and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport?

    Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport is 2 hours ahead of London (Turkey Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW)?

    Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $12 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Avec Car Rental
    • CIRCULAR
    • Final Rentals
    • Autounion Car Rental
    • ESSENCE CAR RENTAL

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport range from $137 to $339, with an average of $221 over the past 12 months. Anything below $137 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $200 - about $41 less than Tuesday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $119 round-trip in that month - typically $244 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, British Airways is the strongest pick on this route. 93% of British Airways flights from London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 84%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 45 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Tirana Rinas Airport (TIA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $168 round-trip on this route - about $50 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport.
    - Isg Sabiha Gökçen Airport Hotel
    - Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Istanbul Tuzla
    - Home Plus Hotel
  • 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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London to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen to London

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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