British Airways flights from Istanbul to London
Weather by month: Istanbul and London
| Month | Istanbul | London |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C · 84 mm | |
| February | 5°C · 49 mm | |
| March | 8°C · 13 mm | |
| April | 12°C · 24 mm | |
| May | 15°C · 28 mm | |
| June | 19°C · 41 mm | |
| July | 20°C · 76 mm | |
| August | 19°C · 33 mm | |
| September | 15°C · 61 mm | |
| October | 12°C · 62 mm | |
| November | 9°C · 76 mm | |
| December | 8°C · 68 mm |
Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.
About British Airways flights from Istanbul to London
British Airways operates flights from Istanbul to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), covering a distance of 2,500 km in a typical flight time of 4 hours and 5 minutes. The airline usually flies this route non-stop, making it convenient for both business and leisure travellers connecting Turkey's major cities with the British capital. Passengers can depart from either Istanbul New Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Fares tend to be lowest in October. When booking, note that checked baggage is not included in standard Economy fares; you can add one checked bag of up to 23 kg if needed. Cabin baggage is limited to 23 kg and dimensions of 56×45×25 cm. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before flight time.
Airports on this route
| Departure | Istanbul New Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | London Heathrow Airport (LHR) |
| Flight time | 4 h 5 min (estimated) |
| Distance | 2500 km |
British Airways cabin bag: 1 piece, 23 kg (51 lb), 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 18 × 10 in). Checked bag in Economy: not included in the basic fare (from 45 GBP (≈ 61 USD)).
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) | 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 18 × 10 in) |
| Personal item | included | 40 × 30 × 15 cm (16 × 12 × 6 in) |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) | paid option, from 45 GBP (≈ 61 USD) |
| Checked baggage - Premium Economy | 2 pieces · 23 kg (51 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | 2 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - First | 3 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Extra bag | from 45 GBP (≈ 61 USD) | cheaper when added online in advance |
| Overweight fee | from 65 GBP (≈ 88 USD) | per bag above the allowance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
British Airways online check-in opens 24 h before departure and closes 1 h before departure. Online check-in is free.
| Online check-in opens | 24 h before departure |
|---|---|
| Online check-in closes | 1 h before departure |
| Check-in fee | online check-in is free |
| Boarding pass | mobile boarding pass, print at home |
| Mobile app check-in | available |
| Self-service kiosks | available |
Times apply to most routes; long-haul, US and some airport-specific deadlines differ. Confirm on the official website before travelling.