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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Asmara Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £388. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Asmara.£388 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Asmara.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Asmara on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £388, select.

Asmara.£406 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Thu, 19 Mar.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Asmara.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Asmara on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £406, select.

Asmara.£411 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Asmara.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Asmara on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £411, select.

Asmara.£415 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar, returning Thu, 19 Mar.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Asmara.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Asmara on Thu, 19 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £415, select.

Asmara.£421 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 May, returning Fri, 29 May.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Asmara.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Asmara on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £421, select.

Asmara.£427 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Asmara.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Asmara on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £427, select.

Asmara.£428 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Asmara.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Asmara on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £428, select.

Asmara.£428 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Asmara.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Asmara on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £428, select.

Asmara.£540 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Asmara.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Asmara on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £540, select.

Asmara.£565 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr, returning Thu, 23 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Asmara.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Asmara on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £565, select.

Asmara.£628 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Asmara.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Asmara on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £628, select.

Asmara.£636 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Jun, returning Fri, 19 Jun.Return flight with EgyptAir.Outbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Asmara.Inbound indirect flight with EgyptAir, departs from Asmara on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £636, select.

Asmara.£652 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Asmara.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Asmara on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £652, select.

Asmara.£653 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Asmara.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Asmara on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £653, select.

Asmara.£737 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul, returning Fri, 24 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Asmara.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Asmara on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £737, select.

Asmara.£772 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Sat, 22 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Asmara.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Asmara on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £772, select.

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Istanbul to Asmara: Alternative routes

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Istanbul to Asmara: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£388
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	4 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	16

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Asmara: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Asmara?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Asmara is £388. 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 Asmara?

4 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Asmara.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Asmara?

Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Asmara.

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

As of March 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Asmara.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Asmara is usually April.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Asmara Airport on Thursday, 16 April 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 36 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Asmara?

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 Asmara 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 Asmara?

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

Travelling from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport (ASM): What you need to know

Istanbul has a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport (ASM) departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
4 hours 35 minutes is the average duration of a direct Istanbul to Asmara International Airport flight.
Asmara International Airport is located in Asmara. The city's timezone is UTC+3 — the same as Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Asmara International Airport (ASM) is the busiest route, with 6 direct services every week. Get from IST to ASM on Turkish Airlines's 1:10am departure.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Istanbul to ASM.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport (ASM) operate out of this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport with Turkish Airlines. This leading airline operates departures from IST.
Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from IST to ASM.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Istanbul to ASM that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IST and ASM include:
- Dubai Airport (DXB)
- Cairo International Airport (CAI)
- Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
IST is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport. Dubai Airport (DXB) is one of the main options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and ASM.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to ASM flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of all departures from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

About Asmara International Airport (ASM)

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How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport (ASM)

£222 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport. Return flights start from £388. These fares may change depending on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to ASM. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Affordable Istanbul to Asmara International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
Finding a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to ASM couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport (ASM)

Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Asmara. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport (ASM), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Istanbul to ASM plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. June is the warmest month in Asmara, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

More about Asmara

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Asmara right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Asmara International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. National Museum of Eritrea, Cathedral of Asmara and Fiat Tagliero are essential stops on your Asmara itinerary.