London to Pendik, Istanbul (LGW–SAW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LGW–SAW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Pegasus leads the route. The flight covers 1,568 miles in approximately 3h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Pegasus | 7 | 321 | 3h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Pendik, Istanbul from London
| Metric | LGW→SAW | STN→SAW | BRS→SAW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LGW | – | 54 mi | 111 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 95 | 3 |
| Flight time | 3h 55m | 2h 56m | 3h 50m |
Travel Essentials
LGW: BST · SAW: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 8:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul.
British passport holders need an eVisa to enter Turkey. The eVisa costs $61.40 (card only), is processed instantly, and allows multiple entries for stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period over a 6-month validity. Apply at evisa.gov.tr. The site is the only official source; third-party sites charge markups. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
The eVisa application takes about 3 minutes. You need a valid email address and a debit or credit card. No supporting documents, photographs, or hotel bookings are required. Print or save a digital copy of the eVisa. For work or study, a separate visa from the Turkish consulate is required. Overstaying triggers fines (up to TRY 1,000) and potential entry bans.
Direct flights from London to Istanbul (IST) run about 3 hours 45 minutes. Turkish Airlines, British Airways, easyJet, and Pegasus operate the route. Flights to Dalaman, Antalya, and Bodrum are seasonal from multiple UK airports. The Turkish lira (TRY) trades at roughly 38 TRY per $1. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals. Istanbul has two airports: IST (main international hub, European side) and SAW (Sabiha Gokcen, Asian side, budget carriers). They are 80 to 100 km apart.
The Gatwick Express runs non-stop from London Victoria to the South Terminal in 30 minutes, with trains every 15 minutes (from £21.50 one-way; advance fares cheaper online). Thameslink trains from London Bridge, Blackfriars, City Thameslink, and Farringdon are slower (35–45 min) but significantly cheaper; often £10–13 on Oyster or contactless. Southern trains also serve the route.National coaches (National Express, Megabus) connect Gatwick to Victoria Coach Station for £6–15. Taxis from central London cost £70–100+ depending on traffic. Driving via M23 and A23 takes 35–60 minutes; multi-storey car parks are directly connected to both terminals by a 2-minute monorail shuttle.
LGW–SAW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LGW to SAW
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) are connected by nonstop service from Pegasus. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LGW to SAW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LGW to SAW is about 3 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,568 miles (2,523 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Frankfurt Main, Amsterdam and EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London, Essex (STN), Bristol (BRS) and Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX).