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Flight deals from London City to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London City Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P15,074. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.P8,538 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 Jan.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,538, select.
Istanbul.P8,558 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Nov.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,558, select.
Istanbul.P8,558 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,558, select.
Istanbul.P8,563 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,563, select.
Istanbul.P8,574 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,574, select.
Istanbul.P8,869 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,869, select.
Istanbul.P8,869 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,869, select.
Istanbul.P8,878 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,878, select.
Istanbul.P8,910 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,910, select.
Istanbul.P8,936 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,936, select.
Istanbul.P10,150 per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 May.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Wed, 27 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,150, select.
Istanbul.P14,039 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with ITA Airways.Outbound indirect flight with ITA Airways, departs from London City on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P14,039, select.
Istanbul.P27,381 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from London City on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From P27,381, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London City to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London City to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in January.
Apr
from P27,316
May
from P10,126
Jun
from P8,847
Jul
from P14,006
Aug
from P8,857
Sep
from P8,847
Oct
from P8,888
Nov
from P8,537
Dec
from P8,554
Jan
from P8,517
Feb
from P8,537
Mar
from P8,543

London City to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London City 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
Closest
from P10,025
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from P8,538
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London to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP8,517
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

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

The best price we found for a return flight from London City to Istanbul is P14,474. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London City to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from P14,474.
As of April 2026, there are no flights flying from London City to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from London City to Istanbul is usually January.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London City Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 12 January 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London City Airport and Istanbul Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
Currently, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from London City Airport (LCY) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul three hours ahead of London.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LCY to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London City Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LCY and IST:

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague

    • Zurich Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London City Airport (LCY) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • P8,538 is the lowest price for a one-way London City Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Return flights start at P14,474. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LCY to IST. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from London City Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LCY to IST.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from London City Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about London City Airport (LCY)

  • Of all flights leaving London City Airport, 74.57% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Central London to London City Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 35 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from London City Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to LCY:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • If you're landing on a late London City Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before you travel.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from London City Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from London City Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LCY to IST around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've done Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its must-visit sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are among the biggest draws.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Istanbul

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