Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to London: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London is 3 hours 47 minutes.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is located in Istanbul. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, London is 3 hours behind Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Stansted Airport (STN) is the most popular route, with 61 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from SAW to STN is with Pegasus Airlines at 21:05. Choose the first departure operated by Pegasus Airlines at 05:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from SAW to London. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can catch a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London. Start your trip at SAW and end it at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
You'll have your choice of carriers that operate direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London. Book your ticket with one of these:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from SAW to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
If you have a passport from Türkiye (Turkey), you will need an embassy visa to visit United Kingdom. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, SAW can be reached in about 57 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SAW? If you're boarding an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to London
Rs11,269 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs30,032. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap tickets from SAW to London, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London is about 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 80 kilometres from central London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After your flight from SAW to London, settle in at a hotel near LGW. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London. July is the most popular month for a trip to London. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from SAW to London sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to London:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top sights which should be on any well-planned London itinerary.
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