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London (LHR) to Istanbul (IST) flights
Nonstop from London Heathrow to Istanbul Airport: distance, flying time, which airlines fly it and how often.
Distance
2,487km
1,545 mi, great circle
Flying time
3h 38m
typical, gate to gate
Flights a day
10
average, November 2026
Airlines
2
passenger airlines
Airlines flying LHR to IST
Route map
The shortest path over the Earth's surface. Actual tracks vary with winds and airspace. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from London to Istanbul?
About 3h 38m gate to gate for the 2,487 km (1,545 mile) trip, estimated from distance. Schedules vary by airline and season, and winds can add or save time.
Which airlines fly nonstop from LHR to IST?
British Airways and Turkish Airlines, with about 10 flights a day between them in our data (AeroDataBox, November 2026).