£82 Cheap Flights from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY)

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Cheap Flights from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £82 for one-way flights and £175 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

KLM
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
IST
Istanbul
LCY
London
£175 Return, found 6 days ago
£175
Return
found 6 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, 18 Nov from Istanbul to London, returning Wed, 25 Nov, priced at £175 found 6 days ago
KLM
Mon, 27 Jul - Mon, 10 Aug
IST
Istanbul
LCY
London
£181 Return, found 9 hours ago
£181
Return
found 9 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Mon, 27 Jul from Istanbul to London, returning Mon, 10 Aug, priced at £181 found 9 hours ago
KLM
Wed, 10 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun
IST
Istanbul
LCY
London
£181 Return, found 18 hours ago
£181
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, 10 Jun from Istanbul to London, returning Thu, 18 Jun, priced at £181 found 18 hours ago
KLM
Wed, 3 Jun - Thu, 13 Aug
IST
Istanbul
LCY
London
£182 Return, found 2 days ago
£182
Return
found 2 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, 3 Jun from Istanbul to London, returning Thu, 13 Aug, priced at £182 found 2 days ago
KLM
Wed, 10 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun
IST
Istanbul
LCY
London
£183 Return, found 18 hours ago
£183
Return
found 18 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, 10 Jun from Istanbul to London, returning Thu, 18 Jun, priced at £183 found 18 hours ago
KLM
Wed, 23 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
IST
Istanbul
LCY
London
£185 Return, found 15 hours ago
£185
Return
found 15 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Wed, 23 Dec from Istanbul to London, returning Wed, 30 Dec, priced at £185 found 15 hours ago
KLM
Fri, 12 Jun - Fri, 19 Jun
IST
Istanbul
LCY
London
£185 Return, found 4 days ago
£185
Return
found 4 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Fri, 12 Jun from Istanbul to London, returning Fri, 19 Jun, priced at £185 found 4 days ago
KLM
Thu, 11 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun
IST
Istanbul
LCY
London
£186 Return, found 11 hours ago
£186
Return
found 11 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Thu, 11 Jun from Istanbul to London, returning Thu, 18 Jun, priced at £186 found 11 hours ago
Lufthansa
Wed, 10 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun
IST
Istanbul
LCY
London
£233 Return, found 6 hours ago
£233
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, 10 Jun from Istanbul to London, returning Wed, 17 Jun, priced at £233 found 6 hours ago
ITA Airways
Tue, 24 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
IST
Istanbul
LCY
London
£354 Return, found 22 hours ago
£354
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select ITA Airways flight, departing Tue, 24 Nov from Istanbul to London, returning Sun, 29 Nov, priced at £354 found 22 hours ago

Alternative airports near London

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Heathrow LHR. Average driving time to city centre is 28 minutes. Flights from £301
LHR
Heathrow
Average driving time to city centre28 min
Flights from £301
Select flight to Gatwick LGW. Average driving time to city centre is 52 minutes. Flights from £370
LGW
Gatwick
Average driving time to city centre52 min
Flights from £370
Select flight to Stansted STN. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 51 minutes. Flights from £177
STN
Stansted
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre51 min
Flights from £177

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City)?
To find a cheap flight from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City), be flexible with your dates. Traveling outside of peak vacation months and booking a mid-week flight can help you save. Early morning and late night flights are often more affordable, too. Expedia allows you to compare flight times, airlines and routes all in one place to find low fares. You can also set up Price Tracking and receive alerts when fares go up or down.
What is the best time to fly from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City)?
The best time to fly is usually mid-week (Tuesday or Wednesday) and during early morning hours as flights tend to be cheaper, less crowded, and generally more on-time. Avoid major holidays and peak vacation seasons for smoother travel. Combining off-peak days and hours often gives the best combination of cost, comfort, and convenience.
How many flights per day from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City)?
There are approximately 11 connecting flights per day from Istanbul (IST) to London City (LCY). Some common connection points include Franz Josef Strauss Intl. (MUC), Schiphol (AMS), and Frankfurt Intl. (FRA).
What is the earliest flight from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City)?
The earliest flight from Istanbul (IST) to London City (LCY) typically departs at approximately 6:10 AM local time, operated by KL. This is a seasonal service active in September. An early departure like this can help maximise your time at your destination. To compare early flights on Expedia, select the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters in your search.
How long does it take to fly from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City)?
A flight from IST to LCY with a layover takes around 14 hours 20 minutes, with the route covering approximately 1,526 miles. Keep in mind that actual flight times can vary due to wind patterns, weather, and air traffic.
Can you fly business or first class from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City)?
Select the "Business class" and "First class" filters when looking for IST to LCY flights on Expedia. This is the easiest way to compare prices, routes and flight times for your trip.
How do I earn miles on a Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City) flight with Expedia?
It's easy to earn miles on a Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City) flight when you book with Expedia. Before you confirm your booking, simply select your frequent flyer program and enter your program number. As a member of One Key™, you can also earn OneKeyCash™* on top of your airline miles when you book with Expedia.*Excludes taxes and fees. OneKeyCash is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia and other participating brands.
What airports do you fly into for London from Istanbul Airport (IST)?
From Istanbul Airport (IST), you can fly into Gatwick (LGW), Heathrow (LHR), London City (LCY) and Stansted (STN) in London. Some flights may connect through major hubs like Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), Nikola Tesla (BEG), Macedonia (SKG) before reaching London. Compare routes and airports on Expedia to find the best flight options for your travel plans.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City) at the last minute?
Typically, booking a last minute flight from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City) will be more expensive than booking in advance. As the departure date approaches, there are usually fewer seats available which can drive up the cost. However, if there's some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City) flight and hotel package?
Securing a Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City) flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City)?
If you booked your Istanbul (IST) to London (LCY-London City) flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
Istanbul
Destination airport
London City
Airlines serving
ITA Airways, KLM, Lufthansa
Return price
£174
Distance
2441 km

Book with confidence

Compare flights from Istanbul to London easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Istanbul to London. Operating between them flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to London City in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Istanbul to London City.  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Istanbul (IST) to London City (LCY)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Istanbul to London today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Istanbul to London City start at just £175 and range up to £354.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Istanbul and London
  • booking your flight during November, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Istanbul to London flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Istanbul to London City for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

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