Istanbul to London Flights
Flights from Istanbul (IST) to London (LON) connect Turkey and United Kingdom. The great-circle distance is approximately 2,488 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 4 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IST, SAW and LON, LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY. The reverse route is London to Istanbul. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- London, United Kingdom
- Distance
- 2,488 km
- Typical duration
- about 4 hours
- Origin codes
- IST, SAW
- Destination codes
- LON, LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY
- Primary keyword
- flights from Istanbul to London
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Route overview
Istanbul to London is a city-pair air route between Turkey and United Kingdom. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IST and LON. Related codes: IST, SAW → LON, LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 2,488 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 4 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
London airports and metro codes: LON, LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route London to Istanbul, other destinations from Istanbul, and other origins into London.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to London?
Direct flights from Istanbul to London typically take about 4 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Istanbul to London?
The great-circle distance between Istanbul and London is approximately 2,488 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Istanbul to London?
Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW). London is commonly searched with code LON (related: LON, LHR, LGW, STN, LTN, LCY).
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to London?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from London to Istanbul?
The reverse city pair is London to Istanbul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (2,488 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Istanbul to London route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Istanbul) with United Kingdom (London).