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Flight deals from London Gatwick to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs32,949. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.Rs18,274 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,274, select.

Istanbul.Rs18,412 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,412, select.

Istanbul.Rs19,091 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs19,091, select.

Istanbul.Rs26,413 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs26,413, select.

Istanbul.Rs30,027 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,027, select.

Istanbul.Rs30,146 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,146, select.

Istanbul.Rs31,076 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs31,076, select.

Istanbul.Rs31,333 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs31,333, select.

Istanbul.Rs31,557 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs31,557, select.

Istanbul.Rs32,946 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 15 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs32,946, select.

Istanbul.Rs36,647 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 19 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs36,647, select.

Istanbul.Rs39,889 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs39,889, select.

Istanbul.Rs40,341 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,341, select.

Istanbul.Rs40,623 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,623, select.

Istanbul.Rs42,054 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs42,054, select.

Istanbul.Rs42,057 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs42,057, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in September.

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London Gatwick to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Gatwick to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul

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34km from central Istanbul

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London to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	Rs18,274
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	3 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	144

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Istanbul is Rs32,895. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

3 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways and IndiGo fly direct from London Gatwick to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

As of August 2026, there are 144 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Istanbul is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, 9 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 54 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Wizz Air UK offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London.
Flights from LGW to IST start from 05:20 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:50 with Wizz Air UK. In total, you can take your pick of 34 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LGW to IST flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Jetting into Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Most passengers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LGW and IST:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

Rs18,274 is the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs32,949. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from LGW to IST, book your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from LGW to IST is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

London Gatwick Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart LGW reach their destination on time.
To get to London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

If you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Pick up a Istanbul Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

August is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Istanbul in March.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Istanbul Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LGW to IST sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its popular sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are among its highlights.