Distance from Istanbul to London
2,501 km (1,554 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
2,501 km
Kilometers
1,554 miles
Miles
~3h 27m
Est. Flight
3h
Time Difference
Istanbul
TurkeyLondon
UKThe distance between Istanbul and London is roughly equivalent to 6 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.
Istanbul is known for Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, while London is famous for Big Ben and Tower of London.
In terms of city area, Istanbul is 3.5x larger than London. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
Compare Istanbul and London side by side
Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Istanbul from London?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Istanbul to London is 2,501 km (1,554 miles).
How long is the flight from Istanbul to London?
A direct flight would take approximately 3h 27m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Istanbul bigger than London?
Istanbul is larger at 5,461 km², compared to 1,572 km².