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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport from ₹ 12,142

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — IST
29 Jul — 5 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Istanbul are usually found in November or January, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 June 2026.

Tue 27/1006:30
LHR
-
IST
1 stop7h 25m
KLM
Wed 18/1117:55
IST
-
LHR
1 stop5h 55m
KLM
Deal found 29/6₹ 20,236
Thu 3/1206:30
LHR
-
IST
1 stop7h 25m
KLM
Mon 18/117:55
IST
-
LHR
1 stop5h 55m
KLM
Deal found 25/6₹ 20,424
Tue 18/814:45
LHR
-
IST
1 stop8h 35m
KLM
Tue 8/917:20
IST
-
LHR
1 stop5h 35m
KLM
Deal found 29/6₹ 20,613
Tue 11/806:30
LHR
-
IST
1 stop7h 50m
KLM
Tue 8/917:20
IST
-
LHR
1 stop5h 35m
KLM
Deal found 29/6₹ 20,707
Sun 8/1106:30
LHR
-
IST
1 stop7h 25m
KLM
Sat 5/1217:55
IST
-
LHR
1 stop5h 55m
KLM
Deal found 27/6₹ 20,895
Thu 10/1206:40
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Wed 16/1214:45
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 25/6₹ 20,989
Thu 10/917:10
LHR
-
IST
1 stop6h 10m
KLM
Tue 6/1006:00
IST
-
LHR
1 stop6h 45m
KLM
Deal found 29/6₹ 21,083
Mon 5/1018:35
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 50m
British Airways
Fri 9/1020:30
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 26/6₹ 21,272
Sat 19/918:30
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 50m
British Airways
Mon 28/920:15
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 24/6₹ 21,366
Sat 14/1117:40
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Wed 25/1118:45
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 28/6₹ 21,460
Sat 10/1006:10
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Sat 10/1019:55
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 29/6₹ 21,554
Fri 30/1018:15
LHR
-
IST
Nonstop3h 55m
British Airways
Thu 5/1118:40
IST
-
LHR
Nonstop4h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 28/6₹ 21,648

Find flight deals from Heathrow to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 June 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 20,236

One-way from

₹ 11,671

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

₹ 29,178

Good round-trip deal

₹ 46,255 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 18,610 or less
KLM
  • KLM
  • 27/10-18/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 20m total
  • London to Istanbul
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KLM
  • KLM
  • 8/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 25m total
  • London to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (₹ 718,149 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 121,043 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 29 June 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 22/9

18:35-00:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 28/9

20:15-22:15

Nonstop4h 00m

₹ 21,366

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 30/10

18:15-01:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 5/11

18:40-19:55

Nonstop4h 15m

₹ 21,648

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 27/9

13:30-15:55

1 stop24h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 3/10

04:25-19:05

1 stop16h 40m

₹ 23,719

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 10/9

18:35-00:25

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 18/9

20:30-22:30

Nonstop4h 00m

₹ 24,283

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Fri 16/10

17:50-02:05

1 stop6h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 22/10

03:45-08:15

1 stop6h 30m

₹ 24,472

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Tue 20/10

16:25-02:05

1 stop7h 40m

Istanbul

Sun 1/11

04:45-08:05

1 stop6h 20m

₹ 25,695

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Thu 1/10

13:30-03:40

1 stop12h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 11/10

04:25-12:30

1 stop10h 05m

₹ 28,048

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Mon 13/7

08:30-21:35

1 stop11h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 16/7

03:45-09:55

1 stop8h 10m

₹ 32,849

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 6/9

19:05-00:55

Nonstop3h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 8/9

17:45-19:55

Nonstop4h 10m

₹ 38,872

LondonIstanbul

LHR - IST

LHRIST

London Heathrow

Sun 16/8

06:30-21:15

1 stop12h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 29/8

03:45-08:15

1 stop6h 30m

₹ 39,814

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of ₹ 23,154). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 43,861). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LHR to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 June 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 56% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 29 June 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with British Airways from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,082 reviews
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Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.7

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.9

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

David,Jan 2026

LHR - MAD

It was a very old and tried plane. Lots of duck tape holding things together. Staff and food very good. Boarding was chaos at Madrid. Arrival in Lima swift and effective.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,082 reviews
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,082 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.7

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.9

Food

6.4

Entertainment

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

David,Jan 2026

LHR - MAD

It was a very old and tried plane. Lots of duck tape holding things together. Staff and food very good. Boarding was chaos at Madrid. Arrival in Lima swift and effective.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in 3h 55m. Fly via KLM or British Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between London Heathrow Airport and Istanbul Airport is about 2486 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 21,354, British Airways will fly you from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. British Airways is priced at 28% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport on time: Avianca (90%), Icelandair (90%), British Airways (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 18,610. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Istanbul) can be booked for ₹ 53,179 on average, our data indicates ₹ 35,597 when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of ₹ 23,154). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 43,861). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 21,354Average₹ 29,114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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