British Airways flights from London to Istanbul
London to Istanbul: prices by month
Lowest one-way fares found by travellers for each month. Prices change daily; the link opens live search results for that date. Weather: average temperature and total rainfall for that month last year.
| Month | Lowest fare | Airline | Stops | Istanbul weather | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | 122 USD | Wizz Air UK | direct | 21°C · 29 mm | Search → |
| October 2026 | 107 USD | Wizz Air UK | direct | 16°C · 142 mm | Search → |
| November 2026 | 148 USD | VF | direct | 15°C · 47 mm | Search → |
| December 2026 | 166 USD | VF | 1 stop | 9°C · 86 mm | Search → |
| January 2027 | 148 USD | VF | 1 stop | 8°C · 86 mm | Search → |
| February 2027 | 154 USD | VF | direct | 4°C · 87 mm | Search → |
| March 2027 | 165 USD | VF | direct | 11°C · 37 mm | Search → |
| May 2027 | 246 USD | British Airways | direct | 18°C · 60 mm | Search → |
Cheapest tickets found recently
No British Airways fares were found in the last 48 hours; these are the lowest prices on the route with the carrier shown on each card.
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 |
| 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.