Question 1

How long is the flight from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Istanbul typically takes around 4 hours 55 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 19 hours 30 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul, with an average of around 2 to 3 flights per day, operated by, among others, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air UK and Air Transat. If you want to travel without a stopover, it is worth filtering specifically for direct flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul are operated by, among others, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air UK and Air Transat. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Air Europa (via Madrid), Air France (via Paris - Charles de Gaulle) and KM Malta Airlines (via Malta). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Gatwick to Istanbul there are on average around 2 to 3 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Gatwick to Istanbul there are around 18 to 19 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

When does the first flight from London Gatwick to Istanbul depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from London Gatwick to Istanbul usually departs at 06:30. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Istanbul.

Question 8

When does the last flight from London Gatwick to Istanbul depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London Gatwick to Istanbul usually departs at 17:25. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airline is most commonly chosen for flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

For flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul, offers from Wizz Air UK, Turkish Airlines and Air France are chosen most frequently. This reflects which airlines have been particularly popular with users on this route over the past year. Whether an airline suits you also depends on price, flight times, baggage and possible stopovers.

Question 10

In which months do idealo users most frequently search for flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

Flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul are most frequently searched for travel in October, April and September. If you are planning to fly in one of these months, it may be worth comparing offers early. Outside the most popular months, you may find more choice or cheaper connections.

Question 11

Which departure days are most popular for flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

For flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul, departures on Monday, Wednesday and Tuesday are particularly in demand. Demand can be higher on popular travel days, so it is worth checking alternative departure days. You may find more suitable flight times or cheaper offers.

Question 12

How long is the typical stay on trips from London Gatwick to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

For trips from London Gatwick to Istanbul, stays of 2, 4 and 7 days are most commonly searched. These trip lengths are particularly popular with idealo users on this route.

Question 13

In which months are flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Based on analysed offers, April, February and October tend to be among the cheaper travel months for flights from London Gatwick to Istanbul. This does not mean every flight in these months is automatically cheap. It is best to compare different departure days to find suitable offers.

Question 14

From which airports are there cheap flights to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

Cheap flights to Istanbul are often available from London Gatwick, London Heathrow and Manchester. Prices vary depending on the departure airport, travel date and available connection. If you are flexible about getting to the airport, comparing several departure airports can be worthwhile.

Question 15

Which airports near London Gatwick are frequently used for flights to Istanbul?

Accepted Answer

As well as London Gatwick airport, users also frequently search for flights from London Heathrow, Birmingham and London Luton to Istanbul. Alternative departure airports can offer more choice of flight times, airlines or prices. Do also check how accessible each airport is for you.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Gatwick Istanbul	Outbound 31/07/26 direct W95729 04h 00min	Return -	Wizz Air UK	?	£198
London Gatwick Istanbul	Outbound 13/10/26 direct W95729 04h 00min	Return 15/10/26 direct W95730 04h 05min	Wizz Air UK		£74
Best option London Gatwick Istanbul	Outbound 13/10/26 direct W95729 04h 00min	Return 19/10/26 direct W95730 04h 05min	Wizz Air UK		£75
London Gatwick Istanbul	Outbound 03/08/26 1 Stopover (CDG) AF1707, AF1390 08h 30min	Return 16/08/26 1 Stopover (MAD) UX1684, UX1013 19h 15min	Air France		£790
London Gatwick Istanbul	Outbound 13/10/26 direct W95729 04h 00min	Return 19/10/26 direct W95730 04h 05min	Wizz Air UK	?	£79
London Gatwick Istanbul	Outbound 13/10/26 direct W95729 04h 00min	Return 15/10/26 direct W95730 04h 05min	Wizz Air UK		£77
London Gatwick Istanbul	Outbound 13/10/26 direct W95729 04h 00min	Return 15/10/26 direct W95730 04h 05min	Wizz Air UK		£78
London Gatwick Istanbul	Outbound 13/10/26 direct W95729 04h 00min	Return 19/10/26 direct W95730 04h 05min	Wizz Air UK		£80
London Gatwick Istanbul	Outbound 13/10/26 direct W95729 04h 00min	Return 15/10/26 direct W95730 04h 05min	Wizz Air UK		£81
London Gatwick Istanbul	Outbound 13/10/26 direct W95729 04h 00min	Return 15/10/26 direct W95730 04h 05min	Wizz Air UK	?	£85

Cheapest outbound flight from	197,99 GBP
Outbound and return from	73,97 GBP
Flight duration	min. 03:45 / max. 03:50
Return flight duration	min. 04:10/ max. 04:15
Distance	2488 km
Flights per week	16
Departure airport	Airport London Gatwick (LGW)
Arrival airport	Airport Istanbul (IST)
Destination country	Flights to Turkey
City-Code - Arrival airport	London - Istanbul
Departure airport - Destination country	London Gatwick - Turkey

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