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

Airlines that fly from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

SKY express
Fri., 7 Feb. - Sun., 9 Feb.
LGW
London
IST
Istanbul
AU$340 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$340
Return
found 2 days ago
Select SKY express flight, departing Fri., 7 Feb. from London to Istanbul, returning Sun., 9 Feb., priced at AU$340 found 2 days ago
Vueling Airlines
Wed., 5 Feb. - Sat., 15 Feb.
LGW
London
IST
Istanbul
AU$380 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$380
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Vueling Airlines flight, departing Wed., 5 Feb. from London to Istanbul, returning Sat., 15 Feb., priced at AU$380 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue., 28 Jan. - Fri., 31 Jan.
LGW
London
IST
Istanbul
AU$389 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$389
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue., 28 Jan. from London to Istanbul, returning Fri., 31 Jan., priced at AU$389 found 5 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Tue., 4 Feb. - Fri., 14 Feb.
LGW
London
IST
Istanbul
AU$389 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$389
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Tue., 4 Feb. from London to Istanbul, returning Fri., 14 Feb., priced at AU$389 found 2 days ago
Vueling Airlines
Wed., 5 Feb. - Sat., 15 Feb.
LGW
London
IST
Istanbul
AU$390 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$390
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Vueling Airlines flight, departing Wed., 5 Feb. from London to Istanbul, returning Sat., 15 Feb., priced at AU$390 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Fri., 7 Feb. - Wed., 12 Feb.
LGW
London
IST
Istanbul
AU$397 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$397
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri., 7 Feb. from London to Istanbul, returning Wed., 12 Feb., priced at AU$397 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu., 9 Jan. - Fri., 17 Jan.
LGW
London
IST
Istanbul
AU$402 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$402
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu., 9 Jan. from London to Istanbul, returning Fri., 17 Jan., priced at AU$402 found 5 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu., 13 Mar. - Thu., 20 Mar.
LGW
London
IST
Istanbul
AU$403 Return, found 23 hours ago
AU$403
Return
found 23 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu., 13 Mar. from London to Istanbul, returning Thu., 20 Mar., priced at AU$403 found 23 hours ago
Aegean
Thu., 13 Mar. - Thu., 20 Mar.
LGW
London
IST
Istanbul
AU$404 Return, found 23 hours ago
AU$404
Return
found 23 hours ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Thu., 13 Mar. from London to Istanbul, returning Thu., 20 Mar., priced at AU$404 found 23 hours ago
Aegean
Wed., 5 Mar. - Thu., 20 Mar.
LGW
London
IST
Istanbul
AU$405 Return, found 3 days ago
AU$405
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Wed., 5 Mar. from London to Istanbul, returning Thu., 20 Mar., priced at AU$405 found 3 days ago
Flight from London to Istanbul route information
Origin airport
Gatwick
Destination airport
Istanbul
Airlines serving
Aegean, Air Baltic, SKY express, Turkish Airlines
Return price
AU$340
Distance
2445 km

Your quick guide to flights from London to Istanbul

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from London Gatwick to IST?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from London Gatwick to Istanbul Airport is AU$340. But you better get moving. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from London Gatwick to IST?
This varies between airlines, as each has its own set of terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where you’ll find instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to IST that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for LGW to IST flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from London Gatwick to IST?
The flight distance from Gatwick to Arnavutkoy is 2 500 kilometres. Bring a drink, a few snacks and an interesting book to read. Keep yourself occupied and the hours will fly by.
Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Istanbul Airport?
At present, no airlines offer direct flights from Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Istanbul Airport. You’ll have to book a flight with at least one stop. To score the best connections and price, lock in your airfare well in advance.
Are LGW to IST flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices are constantly going up and down, so it’s no sure thing. While last-minute deals between LGW and Istanbul Airport are of course possible, it also makes sense to keep track of prices well before you fly. In fact, some air carriers publicize their prices up to a year before the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the biggest airfare bargains around, so keep checking and be ready to lock in your seat when prices drop.
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