British Airways flights from London to Istanbul
Weather by month: London and Istanbul
| Month | London | Istanbul |
|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C · 84 mm | 8°C · 86 mm |
| February | 5°C · 49 mm | 4°C · 87 mm |
| March | 8°C · 13 mm | 11°C · 37 mm |
| April | 12°C · 24 mm | 11°C · 50 mm |
| May | 15°C · 28 mm | 18°C · 60 mm |
| June | 19°C · 41 mm | 23°C · 2 mm |
| July | 20°C · 76 mm | 27°C · 0 mm |
| August | 19°C · 33 mm | 25°C · 5 mm |
| September | 15°C · 61 mm | 21°C · 29 mm |
| October | 12°C · 62 mm | 16°C · 142 mm |
| November | 9°C · 76 mm | 15°C · 47 mm |
| December | 8°C · 68 mm | 9°C · 86 mm |
Average temperature and total rainfall per month, last full year.
About British Airways flights from London to Istanbul
British Airways operates flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Istanbul, serving two major Turkish gateways: Istanbul New Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). The route covers 2,500 km and typically takes around 4 hours of flight time. Connections are common on this route, making it suitable for both leisure and business travellers between the UK capital and Turkey's largest city.
When booking, note that October offers the lowest fares. Cabin bags are limited to 23 kg and 56x45x25 cm dimensions. Checked baggage is not included in economy fares; if required, one bag of 23 kg is available for purchase. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before take-off.
Airports on this route
| Departure | London Heathrow Airport (LHR) |
|---|---|
| Arrival | Istanbul New Airport (IST), Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) |
| Flight time | 4 h (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 (≈ 60 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 (≈ 60 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 (≈ 60 USD) | cheaper when added online in advance |
| Overweight fee | from 65 GBP (≈ 87 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.