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SAW Istanbul LHR London Trains are 540% more expensive in London than in Istanbul.
The average meal is 240% more expensive in London than in Istanbul.
Taxis are 750% more expensive in London than in Istanbul.
Coffee is 62% more expensive in London than in Istanbul.
- Istanbul Airport (IST)How far from city centre: 21 miles
- Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)How far from city centre: 19 miles
- Istanbul Atatürk International Havalimani (ISL)How far from city centre: 9 miles
- Heathrow (LHR)How far from city centre: 14 miles
- Gatwick (LGW)How far from city centre: 25 miles
- Stansted (STN)How far from city centre: 30 miles
- Luton International (LTN)How far from city centre: 27 miles
- London City (LCY)How far from city centre: 7 miles
- Southend (SEN)How far from city centre: 35 miles
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Useful information for the flight from Istanbul to London
How long is the flight from Istanbul to London?
The average non-stop flight from Istanbul to London takes 4 hours 15 minutes.
What documentation do I need to fly to London from Istanbul?
Turkish citizens need a valid passport and a UK visa to fly to London. You can apply for the visa through the British Consulate General in Turkey/Istanbul.
Is there a time change from Istanbul to London?
London (GMT) is 2 hours behind Istanbul during summer when there is no daylight saving and 3 hours behind Istanbul (GMT+3) during winters when there is daylight saving.
Which airlines fly from Istanbul to London
Here are some of the airlines that provide reasonable flights between Istanbul and London:
- Aegean Airlines, the largest Greek airline
- Air France, French flag carrier
- Alitalia, Italian air operator
- Atlas Global, Turkish airline
- BMI Regional, British regional airline
- British Airways, UK’s largest airline
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, the Netherlands’ flag carrier
- Lufthansa, Germany’s largest airline
- Pegasus Airlines, Turkish low-cost airlines
- Turkish Airlines, Turkey’s national flag carrier
How to find cheap flights from Istanbul to London
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When are the best times to fly from Istanbul to London
- September is a beautiful time to take city breaks in London. Not only is the autumn weather beautiful but it is also one of the cheapest times to go as there are far fewer visitors in the city compared to the rush of the summer. Most of the hotels also offer great deals during this time.
- December in London is a wonderful time to enjoy the holidays with the sounds, sights and smells of the city. The place actually looks like a winter wonderland right out of a storybook. All the shops and streets look beautiful with their sparkling decorations. Many festive markets, shows and events also take place all over the city during this month.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul is served by two international airports. They are the Istanbul Atatürk Airport (IST) and the Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).
Useful information about Istanbul Atatürk Airport
The Istanbul Atatürk Airport is located 15 miles west of Istanbul’s city centre.
How to get to the airport
- By subway – Istanbul Metro line M1A runs from Yenikapi to the airport and covers major stops in the European side of the city, which includes the intercity bus terminal.
- By taxi – 45-50 minutes
- By bus – Ground handling company Havata? runs shuttle services from Taksim Square, Aksaray, Yenikapi and Bak?rköy to the airport, at intervals of 30 minutes. Municipal buses also run from Kozyata??, Etiler and Taksim to the airport.
Services: The Istanbul Atatürk Airport offers various services such as 24-hour food options, mobile charging points, WiFi, cash points and airport lounges to relax at.
Useful information about Sabiha Gökçen Airport
The Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located 22 miles south-east of Istanbul’s city centre.
How to get to the airport
- By taxi – 65-115 minutes
- By bus – You can take shuttle buses E10 or E11 from Kad?köy and Taksim to reach the airport.
Services: The airport is a modern single terminal facility where there is a nice selection of landside and airside eateries and shops. You can also make use of the WiFi and first-class airport lounges.
Airports in London
The 2 airports nearest to the city centre are London City Airport and Heathrow Airport. They get both international and domestic flights.
Useful information about London City Airport
London City Airport is located 6.9 miles to London’s east.
How to get to the city
- By train – The London City Airport is near London Bridge, London Waterloo and Stratford International.
- By taxi – 30-35 minutes
- By bus – London City Airport connects to London’s centre via buses 473 and 474.
Services: Business or first class lounges, restaurants, free Wi-Fi, cash points, duty free shops and beauty centres.
Useful information about Heathrow Airport
Heathrow Airport is located 14 miles west of Central London.
How to get to the city
- By train – The Heathrow Express trains travel to the city centre in only 15 minutes.
- By taxi – 45 to 60 minutes
- By bus – The National Express coach services connect to the Victoria Station in central London.
- By tube – The Piccadilly Line underground takes you to the centre in about 50 minutes.
Services: Plenty of duty free shops, concierge service, free Wi-Fi, shower facilities, baby care centres, cash points, lounges, prayer room and much more.
What to do and visit in London
- See Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben
- Enjoy the atmosphere in Soho
- Do some shopping for the big brands in Oxford Street and Bond Street
- Take in a show in the West End or Covent Garden
- Stroll around Hyde Park, Regent's Park or Hampstead Heath
- Spend a rainy day at The National Gallery, Tate Modern or British Museum
Well-positioned airport , clean and well sign posted
Not the best airport to fly from staff is unaware of all flights regulations soon as our flight was cancelled at 8:30pm it took the staff to find hotels at 00:00pm that’s when we reached hotel next morning we were told to be ready by 9:30 the taxis came to pick us up at 9 we had rush everything and soon as possible
After embarking it was like the Marie Celeste and nothing was working. The lift were out of order and there were signs to arrivals that didn't lead anywhere it was possible to go. Several hundred eventuall found our way down an escalator that wasn't working to a transit train that had a sign saying out of order. Then mgically a train came nd the doors opened and several hundred people clambered inside and waited. And waited. And waited. Then there was an annuncement that the train was out of service, so several hundred people got off the train and climbed back up the escalator that still wasn't working and stood around for another ten minuted. Then a women turned up who seemed amazed that we didn't know that we were supposed to go through an unmarked door to outside where a bus was waiting. The driver and the woman tried desparately but unseccessfully to fit 200 people into the bus which was packed like a tokyo tube. In retrospect it was comical.
Shouldn’t keep passengers in the aircraft for 4 hours
SIMPLE PROCEDURES TO AID CHECK IN. LOTS OF FACILITIES.
The only incident was that one of the suitcases' shell was cracked on the flight between Athens/Istanbul and Stansted. We will now have to try and initiate a claim for the damage.
Fantastic airport no issues
Good efficient airport, but it does not allow operation of cheap cabs/shuttles to nearby towns. This is the biggest negative. Consider the situation that you pay £70 for the flight and then you have to pay about £100 to get to Colchester. This is unacceptable. Also set-down and pick up should be free.
Bus travelling in the airport premises to get into the plane climbing stairs with a cabin bag even for disable people and elderly and children was difficult not organised .
Good
Seating very uncomfortable
I am always flight stanstead first think not to far my home other very good I am always happy
Check in was chaotic but staff did their best to help things along.
I can not use the free wi fi service, annoying
VERY GOOD
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Good
I cancelled this trip. Why do you keep sending me the texts and messages?
New Terminal 2. All ok. Why are you asking questions about Heathrow, when you need feedback on Istanbul Havilamani?
It was a nice experience
best inflight meal I have ever had
Process for self service check in unclear and confusing
Excellent service.
Baggage reclaim took a long time - don't know if anything can be done about that.
Just the food is to small..
To much checks it need to be rreduced
Security check queues were very long and very slow. Very unfriendly security checking staff too.
I like Gatwick it's planned out well
Great but could do with some more exclusive shops.
Easy to navigate. The ambiance is a bit lacking in the terminal, however.
Excellent!
Quick
Good value for money.
Good
I love Gatwick
Had a good flight