London to Izmir flights

How long is the flight from London to Izmir?

The average direct flight from London to Izmir in Turkey takes 3 hours and 45 minutes; the flight covers about 1601 miles.

What documentation do I need to fly to London from Izmir?

UK nationals require a visa to fly from London to Izmir. Your passport must be valid for 60 days beyond the expiry date of the Turkish visa.

Is there a time change from Izmir to London?

Izmir is 3 hours ahead of London. Turkey follows Turkey Time (TRT) and the UK follows Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

Here are some of the airlines that travel from London to Izmir:

• AtlasGlobal, Istanbul-based Turkish airline
• BMI Regional, a British regional air operator
• Lufthansa, the largest German airline
• Pegasus Airlines, a Turkish low-cost airline
• Sun Express, Antalya-based Turkish air operator
• Turkish Airlines, Turkey’s flag carrier

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• April is a wonderful time to plan city breaks in Izmir. The spring air is refreshing and ideal for sightseeing as the summer months can become quite hot.
• September is one of the cheapest times to go to Izmir. There are comparatively fewer holidaymakers and hotels give good discounts. The weather is nice and you can enjoy the pleasant autumn breeze while walking along the seafront.

The major airports near London that handle flights to Izmir, as well as domestic flights, are the London City Airport (LCY), Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

Useful information about London City Airport

London City Airport is located 6.9 miles east of London’s centre.

How to get to the airport

• By train – The London City Airport is near the Stratford International, London Bridge and London Waterloo stations.
• By taxi – 30-35 minutes via A1203
• By bus – Buses 473 and 474 connect the centre of London to the airport.

Services: Shops, beauty therapy, free Wi-Fi, kid's play area, baby care amenities, lounges and restaurants.

Useful information about Heathrow Airport

Heathrow Airport is located 14 miles away from central London.

How to get to the airport

• By train – The Heathrow Express trains connect London’s centre to the airport.
• By taxi – 45 to 60 minutes via A4 and M4
• By bus – The National Express coach services connect the central London (Victoria Station) to the airport.
• By tube – The Piccadilly line underground connects you to the airport from central London in approximately 50 minutes.

Services: Restaurants, cafes, bars, free Wi-Fi, concierge on duty, shower areas, duty-free shops and VIP lounges.

Useful information about London Gatwick Airport

The London Gatwick Airport is located about 30 miles to the south of central London.

How to get to the airport

• By train – The Gatwick Express connects Central London’s Victoria Station to the airport. Trains run every 15 minutes daily from 05:00 am to 00.30am.
• By taxi – Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes via A23 and M23
• By bus – National Express coach buses make frequent trips from the city center’s Victoria Station to the airport. easyBus also runs minibusses from London’s West Brompton Underground Station to the airport.

Services: Lounges. Multi-faith prayer areas, sensory room, lounges, eateries and duty-free shops.

Izmir is served by the Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB).

Useful information about Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport

The Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is located11 miles south-west of the city centre.

How to get to the city from the airport:

• By train – You can take the Izban commuter rail trains from the Airport Station to reach the city.
• By taxi – 17 minutes via D550 and 24 minutes via Mustafa Kemal Sahil Blv and ?zmir Çevre Yolu/O-30/E881.
• By bus – You can reach the city from the airport via the Hava? airport shuttle buses or 200, 202 or 204 ESHOT buses.

Services: Lounges, shops and eateries

• See the beautiful Izmir Clock Tower, constructed in the exquisite Ottoman style.
• Take a tour of the ancient citadel of Kadifekale that dates back to the time of Alexander the Great.
• Enjoy sweeping ocean views from Asansör, a historical tower.
• Marvel at the architecture of the 16th century Hisar Mosque.
• Go shopping for special items and souvenirs at the historic market district of Kemeralti.
• Appreciate the rich collection of vintage coins, ancient artefacts and Greek statues at the History & Arts Museum.
• Explore Smyrna Agora Ancient City, an excavated city that dates back to the 4th century with ruins of temples, streets, porticos, gates and courtyards.