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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Abuja Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £581. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Abuja.£318 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £318, select.

Abuja.£321 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £321, select.

Abuja.£324 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £324, select.

Abuja.£332 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £332, select.

Abuja.£341 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £341, select.

Abuja.£350 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May.One-way flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £350, select.

Abuja.£353 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £353, select.

Abuja.£382 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £382, select.

Abuja.£518 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £518, select.

Abuja.£520 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £520, select.

Abuja.£522 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £522, select.

Abuja.£523 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £523, select.

Abuja.£525 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £525, select.

Abuja.£535 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Dec.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 24 Dec, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £535, select.

Abuja.£550 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £550, select.

Abuja.£550 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Abuja.Price includes taxes and charges.From £550, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Abuja

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Istanbul to Abuja: Alternative routes

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

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Istanbul to Abuja: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£318
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	6 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	16

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Abuja: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Abuja?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Abuja is £568. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Abuja?

6 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Abuja.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Abuja?

Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Abuja.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Abuja?

As of June 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Abuja.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Abuja?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Abuja is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Abuja Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Abuja Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul to Abuja Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 32 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Abuja?

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 Abuja 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Abuja?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Abuja is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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

Istanbul Airport (IST) is Istanbul's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) leaving from here.
6 hours 30 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight.
Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is located in Abuja. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) is the most popular route, with 5 direct services each week. Travel from IST to ABV on Turkish Airlines's 2:55pm flight.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to ABV.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

You can book a direct flight from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST).
When departing from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between IST and ABV is Turkish Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Istanbul to ABV. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Airport (IST). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Cairo International Airport (CAI)
IST is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Istanbul Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Check out these connections between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and ABV:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
- Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
You can reach SAW from the centre of Istanbul in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to ABV flight:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on schedule.

About Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)

Arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport? Grab your luggage and go directly to the comfort of a hotel near ABV. Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place will have you turning out the lights sooner.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight.

Getting from Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to central Abuja

Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is around 40 kms (25 miles) from the centre of Abuja. It takes around 45 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.

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

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport is £318. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £568. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Book one month before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Istanbul to ABV.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each 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 a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Istanbul to ABV.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)

December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV), while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Abuja based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Istanbul to ABV plane ticket departing in March if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Abuja to range from 23ºC to 39ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 37ºC.

More about Abuja

Start your Abuja trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Abuja panoramic view and Jabi Lake are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Abuja itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Aso Rock.

Explore more of Nigeria

You've done Abuja, now it's time to discover other parts of Nigeria. Journey about 177 kms (110 miles) north to Kaduna to check off its top sights. From AREWA House to Juma'at Central Mosque and St. Joseph's Catholic Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Zaria is another essential stop in Nigeria and is around 241 kms (150 miles) north of Abuja. No journey is complete without visiting Zaria City Wall, Zaria, Kaduna State, Emir's Palace, Zaria and A.B.U. Central Mosque.