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Flight deals from Istanbul Airport to London Stansted Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to London Stansted Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,888. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
London.R 1,196 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,196, select.
London.R 1,233 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,233, select.
London.R 1,494 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 3 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,494, select.
London.R 1,516 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,516, select.
London.R 1,518 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,518, select.
London.R 1,520 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 6 May, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,520, select.
London.R 1,521 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,521, select.
London.R 1,526 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,526, select.
London.R 1,532 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,532, select.
London.R 1,773 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,773, select.
London.R 1,783 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,783, select.
London.R 1,805 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,805, select.
London.R 1,947 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,947, select.
London.R 2,006 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,006, select.
London.R 2,006 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,006, select.
London.R 2,006 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,006, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to London Stansted

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to London Stansted flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from R 1,233
Apr
from R 1,196
May
from R 1,494
Jun
from R 1,521
Jul
from R 1,516
Aug
from R 1,532
Sep
from R 1,947
Oct
from R 2,006
Nov
from R 1,805
Dec
from R 1,783
Jan
from R 1,773
Feb
from R 2,006

Direct flights from Istanbul to London Stansted

Istanbul to London Stansted: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Stansted.

London City

12km from central London
Closest
from R 1,925
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London Heathrow

23km from central London
from R 1,287
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London Gatwick

40km from central London
Cheapest
from R 547
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London Luton

45km from central London
from R 726
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London Stansted

49km from central London
from R 1,196
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London Southend

57km from central London
from R 1,592
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Istanbul to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,196
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week18

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to London Stansted is R 2,504. 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.
4 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to London Stansted.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to London Stansted.
As of March 2026, there are 18 flights per week flying from Istanbul to London Stansted.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to London Stansted is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to London Stansted Airport on Saturday, 7 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 6 minutes.
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 London Stansted 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to London Stansted.

Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know

  • London is three hours behind Istanbul and is in the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Leave enough time to catch your IST to STN flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Stansted Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between IST and STN:

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

    • Bremen Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Stansted Airport (STN)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Stansted Airport flight is R 1,196. A round-trip fare right now is R 2,504. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from IST to STN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Stansted Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • Landing cheap flights from IST to STN is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

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

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • To get to Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 50 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Stansted Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Stansted Airport (STN)

Getting from Stansted Airport (STN) to central London

  • Stansted Airport to central London has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

When to fly to Stansted Airport (STN)

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

  • The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Stansted Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to STN sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Bristol is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Istanbul to London

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.