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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Istanbul? Find the biggest savings on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.£45 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Luton on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £45, select.
Istanbul.£45 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec, returning Wed, 14 Jan.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Luton on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Wed, 14 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £45, select.
Istanbul.£46 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Mar, returning Mon, 16 Mar.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Luton on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £46, select.
Istanbul.£46 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb, returning Fri, 20 Mar.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Luton on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £46, select.
Istanbul.£46 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Mon, 16 Feb.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Luton on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £46, select.
Istanbul.£46 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Jan, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Luton on Tue, 27 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £46, select.
Istanbul.£46 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan, returning Wed, 4 Feb.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Luton on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £46, select.
Istanbul.£49 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Luton on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £49, select.

Find the cheapest time to fly to Istanbul

Flexible on travel dates? Find the cheapest month – or even day – to fly to Istanbul.
Dec
from £66
Jan
from £45
Feb
from £46
Mar
from £46
Apr
from £67
May
from £65
Jun
from £58
Jul
from £80
Aug
from £121
Sep
from £71
Oct
from £78
Nov
from £56

Airports in Istanbul

Compare routes to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier.

Direct flights to Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

The average flight time to Istanbul is 3 hours and 58 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from London.
There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo, PIA, Pegasus Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Flynas, Thai Airways and Air Canada all fly direct to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly to Istanbul is usually December.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Yes – you can fly direct to Istanbul Sabiha Airport or Istanbul Airport, and the average flight time is 3 hours and 56 minutes.
The best price we found for a return flight to Istanbul is £45. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
The cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 21.4 miles away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from £45.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Istanbul is Wednesday, 31 December 2025.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The average temperature in Istanbul in December is around 8°C. The warmest month in Istanbul is typically August, which averages 27°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December, and it usually rains the least in August.
Currently, Wizz Air UK offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying to Istanbul

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£45
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time3 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week717

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How to find cheap flights to Istanbul

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way flight to Istanbul is £21. A return fare starts at £45.

  • Get fare updates instantly with Price Alerts delivered right to your inbox or app. Simply sign up for these automatic notifications and let the best deals find you.

  • Avoid leaving things to the last minute. You're more likely to find the best price on tickets if you book ahead. Airlines generally offer some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • Explore more options for cheap flights to Istanbul by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' box. This lets you browse fares for surrounding airports, which could offer bigger savings.

  • If you're not in a hurry to get to the city, consider taking a little detour. You could find cheaper tickets if you book a flight with one or more stops.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • If you're flexible with your dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the month or even day of the year with the cheapest flights.

  • Plan your stay for August if you prefer to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when tickets are typically more expensive.

  • The quietest month to travel is February. Lock in your plane tickets to Istanbul then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.

  • With averages of between 20ºC and 30ºC, August is when Istanbul is warmest. Schedule your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your trip.

  • Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 2ºC to 11ºC.

  • August gives you the best chance of clearer skies. With two days of rainfall on average, this is the driest month in Istanbul.

  • The wettest time of year is January. Travel then and you can expect to get around eight days of rainfall.

Travelling to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are where you can land for your Istanbul flight.

  • The leading hub for flights into the city is Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).

  • Get to your destination in a single journey. These are some of the leading airlines that offer direct flights to Istanbul:

  • You'll be in the UTC+3 timezone when you arrive in Istanbul.

  • Once you've booked your tickets, find a stay that's just right for your adventure. Here's a roundup of popular hotels to keep in mind for your visit:

Getting to central Istanbul from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • IST, the city's primary airport, is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Istanbul.

  • Once you've landed from your flight to Istanbul, the drive to the centre takes around 50 minutes.

  • The ride when using public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Curl up in bed not long after your flight to Istanbul. Choose one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be snoozing in no time:

  • Can't wait to kick off your adventure? You can book a car hire at IST with leading providers like Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car. Buckle up and get ready to discover Istanbul and beyond.

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport serves Istanbul and nearby areas in Istanbul Province, Türkiye (Turkey).

Istanbul highlights

  • These top sights have to be on your to-do list after stepping off your flight to Istanbul:

    • Hagia Sophia Museum: Located in Fatih around 0.48 kms (0.30 miles) northeast of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect place to kick off your sightseeing.

    • City's Nisantasi Shopping Centre: You'll discover this shopping area roughly 5 kms (3 miles) north of the centre in Nişantaşı. Weave in a little spending stop here while you explore Istanbul.

    • Historic Areas of Istanbul: This also makes for a worthwhile detour. A top landmark, it's around 5 kms (3 miles) west of the centre of Istanbul in Topkapi.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Türkiye (Turkey) has plenty more ways to surprise you. Venture on to Bursa, located about 88 kms (55 miles) south of Istanbul. Old Bursa Historic Houses, Archeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar should be on your to-do list. Yenisehir Airport (YEI) is the city's closest major airport.

  • Eskisehir might just steal the show during your trip to Türkiye (Turkey). You'll find it roughly 193 kms (120 miles) southeast of Istanbul. Eskişehir, Eskişehir and Eskişehir Odunpazarı Evleri are high on many visitors' lists. You can arrive here through Anadolu Airport (AOE).

  • Make room for new adventures in Sultangazi. Roughly 14 kms (9 miles) northwest of Istanbul, Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Mosque, Şehit Er Onur Karakuş Parkı and Şehit Öğretmen Ekrem Yıldız Parkı are a big part of the experience.

Complete your trip with an Istanbul car hire

  • Want to rent a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Istanbul and travel on your terms. Compare rates in one place to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flight to Istanbul.

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