LondontoIstanbulFlight Time
LHR–IST · Nonstop
London (London Heathrow Airport) to Istanbul (Istanbul Airport).
The estimated flight time from London (LHR) to Istanbul (IST) is about 3h 46m, covering 1,546 miles. Turkish Airlines and British Airways fly the route nonstop with 8-9/day departures, from 06:05 to 22:40 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~3h 46m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 1,546 mi | Nonstop | 8-9/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 British Airways operate 8-9/day flights from LHR to IST. Departures leave from Terminals 2 and 5 at LHR.
- First departure
- 06:05
- Last departure
- 22:40
- Cadence
- ~every 30 min
- Scheduled departure times
- 26
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 5-6/day | Airbus A320 family, Airbus A330, Airbus A350 · Terminal 2 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
IST to LHR flights — 6-7/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for LHR, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 62 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 (LHR) to Istanbul (IST) is about 3h 46m, based on the 1,546-mile flying distance.
How far is London from Istanbul?
London (LHR) to Istanbul (IST) is about 1,546 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from London to Istanbul?
Yes. Turkish Airlines and British Airways fly nonstop from London (LHR) to Istanbul (IST), with 8-9/day departures.
Which airlines fly from London to Istanbul?
Turkish Airlines and British Airways fly nonstop from London (LHR) to Istanbul (IST).
What aircraft fly from London to Istanbul?
The LHR–IST route is flown with Airbus A320 family, Airbus A330, Airbus A350.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near London
- LCY - LondonLondon City Airport · 22 mi from LHRFlights from LCY
- LGW - LondonLondon Gatwick Airport · 25 mi from LHRFlights from LGW
- LTN - LondonLondon Luton Airport · 28 mi from LHRFlights from LTN
Near Istanbul
- SAW - IstanbulSabiha Gokcen International Airport · 39 mi from ISTFlights to SAW