Cheap flights to Türkiye
Istanbul is a destination and a global connecting hub; Antalya is the heart of the Turkish Riviera for summer holidays.
- Currency
- Turkish lira (TRY)
- Languages
- Turkish; English is common in resorts
- Airports we fly to
- 2
- Typical connections
- Direct flights are common; others connect in Istanbul
Where in Türkiye?
Flight times from London
Distances and typical journey times from Heathrow to each airport we fly to in Türkiye. Non-stop times apply only where a direct service operates on your dates; most other journeys connect via Direct flights are common; others connect in Istanbul.
| City | Airport | Distance | Non-stop | With one stop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul | Istanbul Airport (IST) | 1,546 miles | around 3h 30m | 6h 30m–8h 30m |
| Antalya | Antalya Airport (AYT) | 1,826 miles | around 4 hours | 7 hours–9 hours |
When to go
- Istanbul: April to June and September to November.
- Antalya: May to October.
Flying from outside London
We quote from London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Stansted, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds Bradford, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Bristol. Regional departures usually connect through a Gulf or European hub, which can be cheaper and quicker door to door than travelling to Heathrow.
Questions people ask
- Which airports in Türkiye can I fly to from the UK?
- We book flights to Istanbul (IST), Antalya (AYT).
- How long is the flight to Türkiye?
- From Heathrow, Istanbul is about 3h 30m non-stop; Antalya is about 4 hours non-stop. With one connection, allow a few hours more.
- Where do flights to Türkiye usually connect?
- Direct flights are common; others connect in Istanbul.
- What currency is used in Türkiye?
- Turkish lira (TRY). Languages: Turkish; English is common in resorts.
- How do I get today’s fare to Türkiye?
- Send us your route or call 020 3137 8781 — open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A consultant checks live fares across the airlines and calls you back.