City break
IST
Istanbul
Direct from many UK airports · Old city and the Bosphorus · Easy onward connections
~3h 55mnon-stop from London Heathrow
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Flights to
Türkiye
Istanbul for a city break, Antalya and Dalaman for beaches, or Cappadocia for something different. Flights take around four hours from the UK.
- Flight timeAbout 4 hours
- Time difference3 hours ahead of GMT
- Main airportsIST · SAW · AYT · DLM
- CurrencyTurkish lira (TRY)
- Beach seasonMay to October
Flights to Türkiye from the UK
Where you can land
Pick the airport that matches your trip: Istanbul for the city, the south coast for the sea.
City break
IST
Beach
AYT
Coast
DLM
Dalaman
For Fethiye and Marmaris · Turquoise bays · Boat trips
1 stopwe find the best route
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Something different
NAV
More places to visit
Fly into one of the main airports, then take a short domestic flight or travel on by road.
- Bodrum
- Izmir
- Trabzon
- Ankara
- Kayseri
Flight options
Compare flights to Türkiye
Sample return fares from the UK. Open any flight for baggage and onboard details, then get a quote and we'll confirm exact times for your dates.
5 flightsto TürkiyeTap a box to sort
Outbound
LHRMorning departure
About 3h 55mDirect
ISTIstanbul
Return
ISTEvening departure
About 4h 10mDirect
LHRLondon Heathrow
- Airline
- Turkish Airlines
- Route
- London Heathrow to Istanbul and back
- Change of plane
- None, direct both ways
- Checked baggage
- 23kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
LHRAfternoon departure
About 4hDirect
ISTIstanbul
Return
ISTEvening departure
About 4h 15mDirect
LHRLondon Heathrow
- Airline
- British Airways
- Route
- London Heathrow to Istanbul and back
- Change of plane
- None, direct both ways
- Checked baggage
- Cabin bag only
- On board
- Food to buy
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
MANMorning departure
About 4h 10mDirect
ISTIstanbul
Return
ISTAfternoon departure
About 4h 25mDirect
MANManchester
- Airline
- Turkish Airlines
- Route
- Manchester to Istanbul and back
- Change of plane
- None, direct both ways
- Checked baggage
- 23kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
BHXMorning departure
About 7h1 stop, Istanbul
AYTAntalya
Return
AYTAfternoon departure
About 7h 30m1 stop, Istanbul
BHXBirmingham
- Airline
- Turkish Airlines
- Route
- Birmingham to Antalya and back
- Change in
- Istanbul, one change of plane each way
- Checked baggage
- 23kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Outbound
EDIMorning departure
About 8h1 stop, Istanbul
NAVCappadocia
Return
NAVMorning departure
About 8h 30m1 stop, Istanbul
EDIEdinburgh
- Airline
- Turkish Airlines
- Route
- Edinburgh to Cappadocia and back
- Change in
- Istanbul, one change of plane each way
- Checked baggage
- 23kg
- On board
- Meals included
- Fare rules
- Changes, refunds and seats depend on the fare. We confirm them in your quote.
Sample fares are per person, return, in economy, and change with dates and availability. Journey times are approximate. Baggage and fare rules vary by airline and are confirmed in your quote.
Airlines
Who flies to Türkiye
Turkish Airlines flies from several UK airports, and British Airways serves Istanbul from London.
Plan ahead
When to book
Summer and school holidays fill up first on the coast. Istanbul is busy in spring and autumn, and quieter in winter.
Typical demand by month, UK to Türkiye
- Quiet
- Steady
- Busy
- Peak
- Beach season
- UK school holidays
- Tulip festival
A guide based on past years. Ramadan, Eid and other festivals move each year, so we check your exact dates.
Flights to Türkiye from the UK
Türkiye is close enough for a long weekend and big enough for a fortnight. Istanbul is around four hours from London, with many daily flights, and the south coast airports of Antalya, Dalaman and Bodrum are busy all summer with flights from across the UK.
Istanbul is also one of the world's great connecting airports, so it is a smart choice for onward flights to Pakistan, India, the Middle East and Africa, often with a generous baggage allowance.
Getting the best fare
Coastal flights are cheapest in May, June and late September, when the sea is still warm. For Istanbul, spring and autumn bring the best weather for walking, and winter brings the lowest prices.
British passport holders can usually visit Türkiye for a short stay without a visa, but check the latest entry rules for your passport before you travel.
FAQ
Flights to Türkiye
Quick answers about flying from the UK to Türkiye: airlines, airports, baggage and the best time to travel.
Still have a question?
Talk to our team about your trip to Türkiye. We'll answer it and check fares for your dates.
Ask on WhatsAppHow long is the flight to Istanbul from London?
A direct flight from London to Istanbul takes around four hours.
Which airport should I fly into for Antalya resorts?
Antalya Airport serves Belek, Side, Lara and Kemer. For Fethiye and Marmaris, Dalaman is closer.
Can I visit Cappadocia on the same trip?
Yes. Fly via Istanbul to Nevşehir or Kayseri, or add a short domestic flight to your city break.
Do you book holidays to Türkiye as well?
Yes. We can add hotels and transfers to your flights, from city breaks to all-inclusive beach stays.
Which airlines fly from the UK to Türkiye?
Airlines we often book include Turkish Airlines and British Airways. We compare them for your dates and explain the baggage and fare rules.
Which UK and Türkiye airports can I fly between?
Popular UK departures include London Heathrow, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh. In Türkiye, you can fly to Istanbul (IST), Antalya (AYT), Dalaman (DLM), Cappadocia (NAV). We can quote other airports too.
Can I fly into Istanbul and home from
Yes. An open-jaw ticket lets you fly into one city and home from another, so you don't have to travel back to where you started. Ask us and we'll price it for your dates.