TK1980 Flight Status Turkish Airlines: London to Istanbul (THY1980)
LHR London
- Scheduled
- 11:20
- Estimated
- 11:38
Terminal: 2
Departure: Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · local time GMT
IST Istanbul
- Scheduled
- 18:15
- Estimated
- Delay
Terminal and baggage belt not announced yet
Arrival: Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · local time UTC+3
Departs in 1h 19m 0%
LHR 11:38 IST 18:15
2,489 km (1,547 mi) to fly
Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.
Distance: 2489 km / 1547 miles · Scheduled Duration: 03:55 · Typical Duration: 03:00 · Aircraft:
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TK 1980 Flight Status & Schedule Turkish Airlines London to Istanbul
| Date | From | To | Departure | Arrival | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14 | LHR | IST | 11:20 | 18:15 | Delayed | Track > |
| Nov 13 | LHR | IST | 11:39 | 17:37 | Landed | Track > |
| Nov 12 | LHR | IST | 11:40 | 17:34 | Landed | Track > |
| Nov 11 | LHR | IST | 11:43 | 17:45 | Landed | Track > |
| Nov 10 | LHR | IST | 12:16 | 18:14 | Landed | Track > |
| Nov 09 | LHR | IST | 12:28 | 18:22 | Landed | Track > |
| Nov 08 | LHR | IST | 11:38 | 17:43 | Landed | Track > |
| Nov 07 | LHR | IST | 12:42 | 18:55 | Delayed | Track > |
| Nov 06 | LHR | IST | 12:02 | 18:25 | Landed Late | Track > |
| Nov 05 | LHR | IST | 11:41 | 18:01 | Landed | Track > |
Turkish Airlines' London–Istanbul flight covers 2,489 km (1,547 mi) and runs daily. With 3 h 55 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 3 h, it often makes up time. Today's flight is scheduled for 11:20 but expected to leave 18 minutes late, at 11:38.
About TK 1980
Turkish Airlines Flight TK1980 connects London, United Kingdom to Istanbul, Turkey, taking off from London Heathrow Airport LHR and landing at Istanbul Airport IST.
- Distance
- 2,489 km (1,547 mi)
- Typical flight time
- 3 h
- Flies
- Daily
- On time
- 7 of the last 8
- Average delay when late
- 15 min
- Usually departs from
- Terminal 2
Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Compensation of up to £350 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.
TK 1980 FAQ
- How long is the TK1980 flight from London to Istanbul?
- The timetable allows 3 h 55 min. London to Istanbul is 2,489 km (1,547 mi).
- How often is TK1980 from London to Istanbul late?
- 1 of the last 8 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 15 minutes on average.
- When was the latest TK1980 flight from London to Istanbul?
- The latest TK1980 was the 11:20 (local time) departure from London on 13 November 2026; it landed 38 minutes early.
- Which days does TK1980 fly from London to Istanbul?
- Daily: it was scheduled on each of the last 7 days.
- Which terminal does TK1980 use?
- It usually leaves from Terminal 2 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
- What other flight numbers does TK1980 have?
- Also listed as THY1980 (Turkish Airlines' ICAO code) and TK 1980.
- Can I get compensation if TK1980 is delayed or cancelled?
- Up to £350 per passenger may be due under UK261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261.
TK1980 and London LHR to Istanbul IST Flights
Other flights departing from London LHR: BA173, BA436, DL17
Other flights arriving at Istanbul IST: TK1858, TK825, TK6229, TK2851
All flights connecting London LHR to Istanbul IST.