Flying from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 7 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Abidjan.
Each week, there are seven Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, pick the 00:10 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 02:05 with Turkish Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your ABJ to IST flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Turkish Airlines is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this airline.
Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ABJ and IST:
Kotoka International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
RM1,598 is the best price for a one-way Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from RM2,371. These prices can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from ABJ to IST by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from ABJ to IST by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport (ABJ)
58.4% of flights departing from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport from central Abidjan, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel close to ABJ? If you're catching an early flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the busiest month for flights from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
When booking your flight from Felix Houphouet Boigny Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ABJ to IST around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key reasons to visit.