Flying from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to London: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is three hours behind Istanbul.
With 48 flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to London Stansted Airport (STN) is the most popular route. Pegasus operates the earliest flight at 08:25. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from SAW to STN is with Pegasus at 21:10.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SAW to London flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Direct Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London tickets are available for booking. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is where you'll arrive.
Pick from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London. Get up and away with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from SAW to London. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 31 kilometres from central Istanbul, SAW can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near SAW. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
68% of flights departing from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to London
63 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London flight. Return plane tickets start from 133 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from SAW to London, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and land a sweet deal.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 24 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to LHR if you have a late flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SAW to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SAW to London flight:
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Head to the city centre after your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London has arrived. Central London is around 56 kilometres from London Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car.
Public transport can take you there in around 45 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, head for a hotel near STN. Get settled at one of these stays after your SAW to London flight:
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London is the ideal time to book your ride from STN. You're more likely to get a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London. To avoid the crowds, visit London in January.
Before booking a Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAW to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London, explore our range of hotels including:
Westminster Abbey and The British Museum are just two of the popular attractions to put on your London to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 257 kilometres northwest of London, a trip to Manchester will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No trip is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
