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Flight deals from Lagos to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lagos to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.RM3,273 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 May, returning Wed, 21 May.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Lagos on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,273, select.
Istanbul.RM3,466 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Sun, 26 Oct.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Lagos on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,466, select.
Istanbul.RM3,500 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,500, select.
Istanbul.RM3,500 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,500, select.
Istanbul.RM3,535 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Dec, returning Sat, 3 Jan.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Lagos on Sun, 28 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 3 Jan, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,535, select.
Istanbul.RM3,535 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb, returning Sat, 7 Feb.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Lagos on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,535, select.
Istanbul.RM3,539 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Lagos on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,539, select.
Istanbul.RM3,543 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Sun, 30 Nov.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Lagos on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,543, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lagos to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in May.
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May
from RM3,273
Jun
from RM3,711
Jul
from RM3,550
Aug
from RM3,500
Sep
from RM3,539
Oct
from RM3,466
Nov
from RM3,543
Dec
from RM3,564
Jan
from RM3,830
Feb
from RM3,535
Mar
from RM3,549

Direct flights from Lagos to Istanbul

Lagos to Istanbul: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lagos to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul.

Lagos to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM3,273
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time8 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Lagos to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lagos to Istanbul is RM3,273. 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.
8 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Lagos to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Lagos to Istanbul.
As of April 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Lagos to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Istanbul is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport on Thursday, 15 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 24 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.
Currently, EgyptAir and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 40 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul two hours ahead of Lagos.

  • Choose from ten weekly Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 20:55 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:20.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your LOS to IST flight.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular carrier, 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.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LOS and IST:

    • Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport

    • Cairo International Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is RM2,051. A return plane ticket right now is RM3,273. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap tickets from LOS 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 Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LOS to IST.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)

  • When it comes to Murtala Muhammed International Airport's on-time performance, 64.68% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Lagos to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LOS:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to IST if you're catching a late Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Go where the road takes you with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and chase adventure across Istanbul and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LOS to IST sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Lagos to Istanbul

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