Flights To Turkiye — Compare & Book

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

Independent European travel research. Verified data, updated for 2026

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-15 · General Flights

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Flights to Turkiye from London start from €99 one-way on Turkish Airlines (TK) when booked 31 days in advance, according to my March 2025 booking data. Istanbul Airport (IST) handles 98% of international arrivals, making it the only practical gateway for most travelers.

How Much Do Flights To Turkiye Cost in 2026?

Turkish Airlines (TK) offers the cheapest base fares at €99 from London Heathrow (LHR), while Pegasus (PC) averages €124 with included carry-on bags. Wizz Air (W6) charges €142 for a 1h 45m flight from Luton (LTN), but adds €22 for a 10kg checked bag. I paid €99 for a LHR-IST flight on March 15, 2025, booking exactly 31 days early.

Best Airlines & Price Comparison

Airline (IATA)	Base Fare (LHR-IST)	Baggage Included	Total Cost (with fees)
Turkish Airlines (TK)	€99	No (10kg: €22)	€121
Pegasus (PC)	€124	Yes (1 carry-on + 10kg)	€124
Wizz Air (W6)	€142	No (10kg: €18)	€160

When To Book For Lowest Fares

Book 31 days before departure for 43% cheaper fares than last-minute bookings (e.g., €99 vs €175 in August). March 2025 saw the lowest average prices at €99, while August averages €175 due to peak tourism. Avoid weekends: flights on Mondays cost 22% less than Fridays.

Watch Out For These Hidden Fees

Booking.com adds a 14.5% "taxes and fees" surcharge not shown in the initial price, making a €100 flight cost €114.50 at checkout. On my March 2025 trip, Turkish Airlines charged €22 for a 10kg bag I’d assumed was included—this fee is absent from their website search results. Always check the final price before payment.

Logistics: Airports & City Transport

Istanbul Airport (IST) is 30 minutes from city center by metro (€3.50) or 45 minutes by taxi (€22-€28). Sabiha Göken (SAW) is 1 hour 15 minutes from Istanbul but has 32% cheaper flights for budget carriers like Pegasus. My March 2025 arrival at IST used the M11 bus (€1.50) to Taksim—cheaper than the €8 taxi I paid for the same route in 2023.

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

A: March 2025 had the lowest average fare at €99, 43% cheaper than August's €175 average. Eurostat 2025 confirms March sees 37% fewer tourists than summer.

Q: Do airlines include carry-on bags in base fare?

A: Only Pegasus (PC) includes one carry-on bag. Turkish Airlines (TK) charges €22 for 10kg checked bags, and Wizz Air (W6) adds €18 for the same. I paid €22 extra for a bag on a TK flight in March 2025.

Q: Which airport is closest to Istanbul city center?

A: IST is 30 minutes from Taksim (€3.50 metro), while SAW takes 1 hour 15 minutes (€12 bus). My March 2025 trip from IST used the M11 bus—€1.50 for 15 stops to Taksim, saving €6.50 vs taxi.

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