How long is the TK1987 flight?

The timetable allows 4 h 5 min. Istanbul to London is 2,489 km (1,547 mi).

Which terminal does TK1987 use?

It usually arrives at Terminal 2 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does TK1987 have?

Also listed as THY1987 (Turkish Airlines' ICAO code) and TK 1987.

Can I get compensation if TK1987 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to €400 per passenger may be due under Turkey's SHY passenger rules when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing Turkey, this flight is covered by Turkey's SHY passenger rules.

TK1987 Flight Status Turkish Airlines: Istanbul to London (THY1987)

Turkish Airlines TK 1987

Landed On Time

IST Istanbul

Scheduled: 21:25
Actual: 21:40

Gate: A5A

Departure: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time UTC+3

Istanbul Airport (IST)

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LHR London

Scheduled: 22:30
Actual: 22:11
Delay

Terminal: 2

Arrival: Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · local time GMT

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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Landed 12h 47m ago 100%

IST 21:40 LHR 22:11

2,489 km (1,547 mi) flown

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 2489 km / 1547 miles · Scheduled Duration: 04:05 · Actual Duration: 03:31

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TK 1987 Flight Status & Schedule Turkish Airlines Istanbul to London

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 08	IST	LHR	21:40	22:11	Landed	Track >
Nov 07	IST	LHR	21:44	21:57	Landed	Track >
Nov 06	IST	LHR	21:51	22:09	Landed	Track >
Nov 05	IST	LHR	21:48	22:07	Landed	Track >
Nov 04	IST	LHR	22:13	22:28	Landed	Track >
Nov 03	IST	LHR	21:42	22:00	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	IST	LHR	21:41	22:03	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	IST	LHR	21:48	22:12	Landed	Track >
Oct 31	IST	LHR	21:38	22:04	Landed	Track >
Oct 30	IST	LHR	21:38	21:57	Landed	Track >

Turkish Airlines' Istanbul–London flight covers 2,489 km (1,547 mi) and runs six times a week: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. With 4 h 5 min in the timetable and a usual flight time of about 3 h 20 min, it often makes up time. Yesterday it left 15 minutes late and still landed at 22:11, 19 minutes early.

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About TK 1987

Route: Istanbul Airport IST to London Heathrow Airport LHR
Distance: 2,489 km (1,547 mi)
Typical flight time: 3 h 20 min
Flies: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
On time: 10 of the last 10

Departing Turkey, this flight is covered by Turkey's SHY passenger rules. Yesterday's flight landed 19 minutes early, so no delay compensation applies; it starts at 3 hours late on arrival.

TK 1987 FAQ

How long is the TK1987 flight?: The timetable allows 4 h 5 min. Istanbul to London is 2,489 km (1,547 mi).
How often is TK1987 late?: None of the last 10 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late.
Which days does TK1987 fly?: Six times a week: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does TK1987 use?: It usually arrives at Terminal 2 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does TK1987 have?: Also listed as THY1987 (Turkish Airlines' ICAO code) and TK 1987.
Can I get compensation if TK1987 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to €400 per passenger may be due under Turkey's SHY passenger rules when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing Turkey, this flight is covered by Turkey's SHY passenger rules.

TK1987 and Istanbul IST to London LHR Flights

Flight TK1987 is code-shared by 6 airlines using the flight numbers 3U7237, 6E4067, BR3560, PK5987, WB1273, XY7230

Other flights departing from Istanbul IST: BA679, TK136, TK710, ME268

Other flights arriving at London LHR: BA661, BA495, BA375

All flights connecting Istanbul IST to London LHR.