Flying from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to London Stansted Airport (STN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is three hours behind Istanbul.
Take your pick of 41 weekly Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport flights. The 08:25 departure with Pegasus is the earliest available. Pegasus operates the latest service of the day at 21:10.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your SAW to STN flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
AJet offers direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in London — and maybe even more of the United Kingdom if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is AJet.
The most punctual carrier offering SAW to STN flights is Pegasus Airlines. Its services land without delay 69.25% of the time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between SAW and STN include:
Vienna Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Izmir Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to London Stansted Airport (STN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport flight is 63 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 132 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SAW to STN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SAW to STN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
68% of flights that depart Istanbul Sabiha Airport land at their destination on time.
Istanbul Sabiha Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near SAW:
Arriving at London Stansted Airport (STN)
If you're arriving on a late Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near STN:
Travel at your own speed with a London Stansted Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Europcar and discover more of London and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from London Stansted Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from London Stansted Airport (STN) to central London
London Stansted Airport to central London has a drive time of around 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to London Stansted Airport (STN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport. August is the busiest month to visit London. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to London Stansted Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SAW to STN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 257 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Manchester will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
