About this route
Airlines serving both London and Istanbul include British Airways, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and 8 more. Compare 2 loyalty programs to find the best value for your points. Award prices start from 15,000 points in economy. Use our search tool to check real-time award availability on this route.
Award pricing comparison
| Program | Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avios (BA) | 15,000 | 26,750 | — |
| Turkish Miles | 15,000 | 30,000 | — |
Published one-way award prices for LHR–IST. Actual pricing may vary by date, availability, and peak/off-peak periods.
Award chart data last updated 9 February 2026.
Airlines serving these airports
These carriers serve both LHR and IST, non-stop or via a connecting hub.
British Airways
BA
Qatar Airways
QR
Etihad Airways
EY
Icelandair
FI
El Al
LY
Emirates
EK
Turkish Airlines
TK
ANA
NH
Lufthansa
LH
Air France
AF
KLM
KL
Best programs for this route
Avios (BA)
Biz: 26,750 ptsTurkish Miles
Biz: 30,000 ptsWhen award seats open on this route
Booking tips
- Avios (BA) offers the cheapest economy award at 15,000 points
- Best business class value: Avios (BA) at 26,750 points
- Book 6-11 months in advance for the best premium cabin availability
- Compare programs before transferring — prices vary significantly between loyalty currencies
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Frequently asked questions
How many points to fly from London to Istanbul?
The cheapest option is Avios (BA) starting at 15,000 points in economy. Compare 2 programs on this page to find the best value for your loyalty currency.
What is the cheapest business class from London to Istanbul with points?
Avios (BA) offers business class for 26,750 points one-way. Other options include Turkish Miles at 30,000 points.
Which loyalty programs can I use for LHR to IST?
You can book this route with Avios (BA) and Turkish Miles. Most of these programs accept transfers from major credit card currencies like Amex, Chase, and Capital One.
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