LondontoIstanbulFlight Time
LGW–IST · Nonstop
London (London Gatwick Airport) to Istanbul (Istanbul Airport).
The estimated flight time from London (LGW) to Istanbul (IST) is about 3h 44m, covering 1,529 miles. Turkish Airlines and Wizz Air UK fly the route nonstop with 3-4/day departures, from 07:05 to 17:40 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~3h 44m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 1,529 mi | Nonstop | 3-4/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | International |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from London to Istanbul
Turkish Airlines and Wizz Air UK operate 3-4/day flights from LGW to IST. Departures leave from Terminal S at LGW.
- First departure
- 07:05
- Last departure
- 17:40
- Cadence
- ~every 2 hours
- Scheduled departure times
- 9
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 2-3/day | Airbus A320 family · Terminal S | 07:0507:25 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
IST to LGW flights — 2-3/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for LGW, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 23 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from London to Istanbul?
The estimated flight time from London (LGW) to Istanbul (IST) is about 3h 44m, based on the 1,529-mile flying distance.
How far is London from Istanbul?
London (LGW) to Istanbul (IST) is about 1,529 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from London to Istanbul?
Yes. Turkish Airlines and Wizz Air UK fly nonstop from London (LGW) to Istanbul (IST), with 3-4/day departures.
Which airlines fly from London to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines and Wizz Air UK fly nonstop from London (LGW) to Istanbul (IST).
What aircraft fly from London to Istanbul?
The LGW–IST route is flown with Airbus A320 family.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near London
- LHR - LondonLondon Heathrow Airport · 25 mi from LGWFlights from LHR
- LCY - LondonLondon City Airport · 27 mi from LGWFlights from LCY
- LTN - LondonLondon Luton Airport · 51 mi from LGWFlights from LTN
Near Istanbul
- SAW - IstanbulSabiha Gokcen International Airport · 39 mi from ISTFlights to SAW