Flying from Istanbul to London City Airport (LCY): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to London City Airport (LCY). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are the main airports in Istanbul.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is three hours behind Istanbul. London City Airport is located in London.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Istanbul to LCY. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to LCY. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to London City Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Break up your flight from Istanbul to London City Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and LCY include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to LCY flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About London City Airport (LCY)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to London City Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near LCY and fast-forward to bedtime:
Pick up a London City Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week before your Istanbul to London City Airport flight.
Getting from London City Airport (LCY) to central London
The centre of London is roughly 10 kilometres from London City Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to London City Airport (LCY)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to London City Airport is P6,721. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P14,280. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to LCY, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Istanbul to London City Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Istanbul to LCY.
Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to London City Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to London City Airport (LCY)
February is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to London City Airport (LCY), while June is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to London based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in an Istanbul to LCY plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to London City Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to London City Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your trip to London should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen London. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in the United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are highlights.
