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Flight deals from Istanbul to London Gatwick

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ج.م.‏ 6,143. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

London.ج.م.‏ 887 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 887, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,253 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Wed, 13 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,253, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,409 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Sun, 20 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,409, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,415 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,415, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,417 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,417, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,421 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,421, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,478 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,478, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,486 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,486, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,488 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,488, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,492 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,492, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,883 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,883, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 2,939 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,939, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 3,266 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,266, select.

London.ج.م.‏ 3,369 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air UK departs from Istanbul on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,369, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to London Gatwick

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

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Direct flights from Istanbul to London Gatwick

Istanbul to London Gatwick: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	ج.م.‏ 887
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	4 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	136

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

How much are return flights from Istanbul to London Gatwick?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to London Gatwick is ج.م.‏ 3,318. 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 Istanbul to London Gatwick?

4 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to London Gatwick.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to London Gatwick?

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

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

As of April 2026, there are 157 flights per week flying from Istanbul to London Gatwick.

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

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

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport on Thursday, 4 June 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 12 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to London Gatwick?

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 London Gatwick 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 London?

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

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

The cheapest airline that flies to London Gatwick is Wizz Air UK .

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

Istanbul Airport (IST) is Istanbul's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) jetting off from here.
4 hours 5 minutes is the average duration of a direct Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport flight.
London is three hours behind Istanbul. London Gatwick Airport is located in London, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the most popular route. There are 34 direct flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Wizz Air UK at 9:45pm. Go for the first IST to LGW departure with Wizz Air UK at 4:35am if getting there sooner works for you.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Istanbul to LGW.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

You can hop on a direct flight from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) departing from Istanbul Airport (IST).
When jetting out of IST, you can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport with Turkish Airlines.
Turkish Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from IST to LGW.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to LGW leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Istanbul Airport:

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Split up your flight from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LGW are:
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
- Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to LGW flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.

About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Have a late flight from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near LGW and turn in quicker:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport flight can help you score a better rate.

Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London

Central London is around 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 20 minutes.

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

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport is ج.م.‏ 887. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م.‏ 3,318. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to LGW.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Istanbul to LGW.
Lock in a cheap flight from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Visit London in January for a quieter experience.
When booking your Istanbul to LGW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.

More about London

After booking your flight from Istanbul to London Gatwick Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are a couple of big attractions to add to your London itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Big Ben.

Explore more of the United Kingdom

London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres northwest of London, a trip to Manchester will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another must-experience destination in the United Kingdom and is around 193 kilometres northwest of London. No journey is complete without seeing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.