Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is 6 hours 25 minutes.
Istanbul is two hours ahead of Abuja and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Every week, there are seven Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, take the 21:00 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 21:55 with Turkish Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ABV to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Turkish Airlines.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between ABV and IST include:
Cairo International Airport
Kotoka International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
RM1,535 is the best price for a one-way Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM2,604. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ABV to IST.
The cheapest month for flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from ABV to IST.
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Handy information about Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
64.23% of flights that depart Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport from central Abuja, it'll take about 40 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place are close to ABV. They're a particularly good option if you have an early departure.
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and find adventure across Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ABV to IST around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.