How to get from London to Istanbul
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 3h 50m, from €70.
We compared the ways to travel from London to Istanbul. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h 50m, 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 €59, on Thu, Aug 27.
This fare comes from a search on August 13, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
London to Istanbul: 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.
- 1London Stansted → Sabiha Gökçen Airportflight
AJet·3h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
2 ways from London to Istanbul: flight, bus
How the trip from London to Istanbul works
Start with a AJet flight from London to Istanbul, about 3h 50m. In total it's roughly €70 over 3h 50m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Istanbul
DepartureLondonWho runs London to Istanbul
On this route you travel with AJet; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
London to Istanbul: common questions
How long does it take to get from London to Istanbul?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h 50m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Istanbul from London?+−
About 2497 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does London to Istanbul cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €70. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from London to Istanbul?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 3h 50m.
How long is the flight from London to Istanbul?+−
About 3h 50m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for London and Istanbul?+−
London is STN and Istanbul is SAW, so this route is usually written STN to SAW.
Which operators run London to Istanbul?+−
On this route you travel with AJet.
What is the cheapest way to get from London to Istanbul?+−
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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