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Flight Duration4 h and 25 mFlights between London and Izmir take, on average, 4 h and 25 m minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£43Cheapest price for a flight between London and Izmir found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Departing AirportLuton InternationalThe airport Luton International is the departure airport operating flights between London and Izmir

Arriving AirportIzmir Adnan Menderes HavalimaniFlights departing London with Izmir as destination arrive at Izmir Adnan Menderes Havalimani

High seasonJulyAccording to search data from our customers, July is the busiest time to fly from London to Izmir

Airlines flying this routeSun Express, Easyjet, Pegasus AirlinesAirline(s) with flights between London to Izmir

Best time to bookJulyAccording to real data July is the most popular time to book a flight to Izmir when departing from London

Flight route information

Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

86%Trains in Izmir are 86% cheaper than in London.

London£2.90

Izmir£0.41

MealMid-priced restaurant

67%A meal in Izmir is 67% cheaper than a meal in London.

London£20.00

Izmir£6.51

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

86%A taxi fare in Izmir is 86% cheaper than in London.

London£4.50

Izmir£0.65

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

40%Coffee in Izmir is 40% cheaper than in London.

London£3.76

Izmir£2.30

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 49.44 TRY

1 TRY = 0.03 GBP

Last checked on Sun 30/03

Distance: 1596 miles

London airports

Gatwick (LGW)How far from city centre: 25 miles

Heathrow (LHR)How far from city centre: 14 miles

Luton International (LTN)How far from city centre: 27 miles

Stansted (STN)How far from city centre: 30 miles

London City (LCY)How far from city centre: 7 miles

Southend (SEN)How far from city centre: 35 miles

Izmir airports

Izmir Adnan Menderes Havalimani (ADB)How far from city centre: 10 miles

Useful information for the flight from London to Izmir

How long is the flight from London to Izmir?

The average direct flight from London to Izmir in Turkey takes 3 hours and 45 minutes; the flight covers about 1601 miles.

What documentation do I need to fly to London from Izmir?

UK nationals require a visa to fly from London to Izmir. Your passport must be valid for 60 days beyond the expiry date of the Turkish visa.

Is there a time change from Izmir to London?

Izmir is 3 hours ahead of London. Turkey follows Turkey Time (TRT) and the UK follows Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

Which airlines fly from London to Izmir

Here are some of the airlines that travel from London to Izmir:

How to find cheap flights from London to Izmir

Here are our six tips to secure better prices for flights from London to Izmir, hotels and car hire:

Opt for Off-Peak Days: Search for affordable flights from London to Izmir on weekdays (Monday to Wednesday) to avoid weekend and peak season price spikes.
Compare Airlines: Compare ticket prices across different airlines and low-cost carriers for potential savings, considering flexibility with travel dates.
Book in Advance (or not): Grab your plane tickets early to save money and avoid surprises. However, if planning isn't your thing, check out our last-minute deals.
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Consider Package Deals: Bundle Izmir flight and hotel packages with Opodo for extra savings, and enjoy significant discounts on Izmir car hire for a more budget-friendly travel experience.

When are the best times to fly from London to Izmir

April is a wonderful time to plan city breaks in Izmir. The spring air is refreshing and ideal for sightseeing as the summer months can become quite hot.
September is one of the cheapest times to go to Izmir. There are comparatively fewer holidaymakers and hotels give good discounts. The weather is nice and you can enjoy the pleasant autumn breeze while walking along the seafront.

Airports in London

The major airports near London that handle flights to Izmir, as well as domestic flights, are the London City Airport (LCY), Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

Useful information about London City Airport

London City Airport is located 6.9 miles east of London’s centre.

How to get to the airport

By train – The London City Airport is near the Stratford International, London Bridge and London Waterloo stations.
By taxi – 30-35 minutes via A1203
By bus – Buses 473 and 474 connect the centre of London to the airport.

Services: Shops, beauty therapy, free Wi-Fi, kid's play area, baby care amenities, lounges and restaurants.

Useful information about Heathrow Airport

Heathrow Airport is located 14 miles away from central London.

How to get to the airport

By train – The Heathrow Express trains connect London’s centre to the airport.
By taxi – 45 to 60 minutes via A4 and M4
By bus – The National Express coach services connect the central London (Victoria Station) to the airport.
By tube – The Piccadilly line underground connects you to the airport from central London in approximately 50 minutes.

Services: Restaurants, cafes, bars, free Wi-Fi, concierge on duty, shower areas, duty-free shops and VIP lounges.

Useful information about London Gatwick Airport

The London Gatwick Airport is located about 30 miles to the south of central London.

How to get to the airport

By train – The Gatwick Express connects Central London’s Victoria Station to the airport. Trains run every 15 minutes daily from 05:00 am to 00.30am.
By taxi – Approximately 1 hour 20 minutes via A23 and M23
By bus – National Express coach buses make frequent trips from the city center’s Victoria Station to the airport. easyBus also runs minibusses from London’s West Brompton Underground Station to the airport.

Services: Lounges. Multi-faith prayer areas, sensory room, lounges, eateries and duty-free shops.

Airports in Izmir

Izmir is served by the Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB).

Useful information about Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport

The Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is located11 miles south-west of the city centre.

How to get to the city from the airport:

By train – You can take the Izban commuter rail trains from the Airport Station to reach the city.
By taxi – 17 minutes via D550 and 24 minutes via Mustafa Kemal Sahil Blv and ?zmir Çevre Yolu/O-30/E881.
By bus – You can reach the city from the airport via the Hava? airport shuttle buses or 200, 202 or 204 ESHOT buses.

Services: Lounges, shops and eateries

What to do and visit in Izmir

See the beautiful Izmir Clock Tower, constructed in the exquisite Ottoman style.
Take a tour of the ancient citadel of Kadifekale that dates back to the time of Alexander the Great.
Enjoy sweeping ocean views from Asansör, a historical tower.
Marvel at the architecture of the 16th century Hisar Mosque.
Go shopping for special items and souvenirs at the historic market district of Kemeralti.
Appreciate the rich collection of vintage coins, ancient artefacts and Greek statues at the History & Arts Museum.
Explore Smyrna Agora Ancient City, an excavated city that dates back to the 4th century with ruins of temples, streets, porticos, gates and courtyards.

Frequently asked questions about flights from London to Izmir

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from London to Izmir?

At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Turkey may apply when travelling from London. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

How can I find cheap flights from London to Izmir at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from London to Izmir is 44£. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Izmir expensive to visit compared to London?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Izmir costs an average of 0.65 GBP, 86% cheaper than London, with a fare of 4.50 GBP,

while train tickets costs 86% less in Izmir: 0.41 GBP against 2.90 GBP in London.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 6.51 GBP in Izmir, 67% less than the 20.00 GBP in London.

The price of the coffee is around 39% cheaper in Izmir, with an average of 2.30 GBP, while in London the coffee costs 3.76 GBP.

When is the best time to book a flight from London to Izmir?

The most popular months to book a flight from London to Izmir are July, September and June, based on the searches of our customers. For insights on the best time to book flights to Izmir, visit our page best time to book your flights, where you’ll find useful information based on travel trends.

When is the best time to travel from London to Izmir?

The best time of the year to go to Izmir when flying from London depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, July is the top 1º month to fly to Izmir from London in terms of searches from our customer, followed by August and October. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, January, November and February are the months with less volume of searchs for the route London - Izmir.

How long does the flight take to go from London to Izmir?

The total flight time between London and Izmir is of around 04:25 hours on average, considering an average distance of 2,759 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Izmir compared to London?

While in London the temperatures can reach an average of 29.01 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Izmir's temperatures can go up to 37.18 ºC during the hot season, with 0.9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -3.1 ºC in Izmir, compared to the -3.09 ºC average degrees reported in London. During the winter period, London can register 6 mm precipitation, while Izmir have an average of 6 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between London and Izmir?

The main airport route flying between London and Izmir is: Gatwick (LGW) to Izmir Adnan Menderes Havalimani (ADB). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Sun Express.

Easyjet.

Turkish Airlines.

Alternatively, you can find London - Izmir flights between Heathrow (LHR) to Izmir Adnan Menderes Havalimani (ADB) with the following airline(s) flying the route: Turkish Airlines.

Which are the airlines with flights from London to Izmir?

Airlines with direct flights departing from London to Izmir are:

Pegasus Airlines.
Turkish Airlines.
Easyjet.

Pegasus Airlines, stopping in Istanbul for 70 minutes minimum.

LEAV Aviation, with 110 minutes scale in Istanbul.
Ukraine Intl Airlines, with 975 minutes scale in Kiev.

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