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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Southend to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.£101 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with easyJet and AJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Southend on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in London Southend.Price includes taxes and charges.From £101, select.
Istanbul.£127 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Apr, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with easyJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Southend on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in London Southend.Price includes taxes and charges.From £127, select.
Istanbul.£128 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with easyJet and AJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Southend on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 10 May, arriving in London Southend.Price includes taxes and charges.From £128, select.
Istanbul.£128 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with easyJet and AJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Southend on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in London Southend.Price includes taxes and charges.From £128, select.
Istanbul.£132 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with easyJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Southend on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 1 May, arriving in London Southend.Price includes taxes and charges.From £132, select.
Istanbul.£146 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Thu, 18 Jun.Return flight with easyJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Southend on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in London Southend.Price includes taxes and charges.From £146, select.
Istanbul.£151 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with easyJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Southend on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 13 May, arriving in London Southend.Price includes taxes and charges.From £151, select.
Istanbul.£152 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 May, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with easyJet and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Southend on Mon, 18 May, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in London Southend.Price includes taxes and charges.From £152, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Southend to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Southend to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in March.
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from £101
Apr
from £127
May
from £128
Jun
from £146
Jul
from £171
Aug
from £315
Sep
from £176
Oct
from £181
Nov
from £301
Dec
from £316
Jan
from £566

Alternative London Southend to Istanbul routes

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Istanbul Sabiha

19 miles from central Istanbul
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London to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£101
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from London Southend to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from London Southend to Istanbul is £101. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Southend to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from £101.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from London Southend to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from London Southend to Istanbul is usually March.
If you're flying from London Southend Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 18.8 miles away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from £101.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Southend Airport to Istanbul on Thursday, 5 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Southend Airport and Istanbul. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Istanbul is three hours ahead of London, where London Southend Airport is located. Istanbul follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your SEN to Istanbul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from SEN to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Malaga Airport (AGP)

  • SEN is around 35 miles from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near SEN. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Southend Airport to Istanbul or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • When it comes to London Southend Airport's on-time performance, 77.91% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Istanbul

  • £48 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Southend Airport to Istanbul flight. A return ticket right now is £101. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SEN to Istanbul if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from London Southend Airport to Istanbul across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from SEN to Istanbul is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a deal gets even better.

  • Snag an affordable flight from London Southend Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 30 miles away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near IST if you have a late flight from London Southend Airport to Istanbul. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before your flight from SEN to Istanbul.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Once your flight from London Southend Airport to Istanbul has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 30 miles from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • There are some great places to drop your things at near SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your SEN to Istanbul flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • No need to worry about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Pick up a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from London Southend Airport to Istanbul. The city buzzes during high season, but prices are typically higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Istanbul in low season if you want a quieter vibe.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your London Southend Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SEN to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from London Southend Airport to Istanbul:

  • Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. Around 220 miles east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 200 miles south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Istanbul

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