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Istanbul.RM2,769 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Mar, returning Wed, 12 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Abuja on Sun, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 12 Mar, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,769, select.
Istanbul.RM2,895 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov, returning Sat, 31 Jan.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Abuja on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 31 Jan, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,895, select.
Istanbul.RM2,911 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Mar, returning Sat, 31 May.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Abuja on Fri, 14 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,911, select.
Istanbul.RM2,915 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Apr, returning Thu, 1 May.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Abuja on Fri, 25 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,915, select.
Istanbul.RM2,924 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Apr, returning Tue, 22 Apr.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Abuja on Fri, 18 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 22 Apr, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,924, select.
Istanbul.RM2,928 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Mar, returning Tue, 1 Apr.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Abuja on Tue, 18 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Apr, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,928, select.
Istanbul.RM3,107 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Abuja on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,107, select.
Istanbul.RM3,348 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Abuja on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,348, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Abuja to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Abuja to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in March.
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from RM3,107
Jun
from RM3,483
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from RM3,542
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from RM3,352
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from RM4,861
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Abuja to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM2,769
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time6 hrs, 18 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Abuja to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Abuja to Istanbul is RM2,769. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Abuja to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Abuja to Istanbul.
As of February 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Abuja to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Abuja to Istanbul is usually February 2025.
If you're flying from Abuja Airport, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from RM2,769.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Abuja Airport to Istanbul on Sunday, 2 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 18 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul is 6 hours 31 minutes.

  • Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Abuja, where Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located. Istanbul operates on the UTC+3 timezone.

  • The busiest route is from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). You can select from 7 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ABV to IST is the 21:00 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 21:55 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from ABV to Istanbul. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.

  • Direct flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will be where your journey ends.

  • Check out the promotions from Turkish Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul.

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from ABV to Istanbul, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Cairo International Airport (CAI)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Kotoka International Airport (ACC)

  • To travel to Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you hold a passport from Nigeria. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul.

  • ABV is around 40 kilometres from central Abuja. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 38 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul? Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place are close to ABV. They're a particularly good choice if you have an early flight out.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to Istanbul

  • RM1,756 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul. Return flights start at RM2,769. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from ABV to Istanbul, book your journey 9 months ahead of your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from ABV to Istanbul is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul takes around 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near IST:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • As soon as your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 57 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from ABV to Istanbul:

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • August is the most popular month to board a flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Istanbul, consider the pace you like to travel at.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from ABV to Istanbul sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Istanbul

  • Once you've booked your flight from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:

  • Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Istanbul itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Galata Tower.

Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental

  • Choose one of our car rentals in Istanbul and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to Istanbul.

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