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$554+ Cheap flights from Abuja (ABV) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABV — IST
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abuja to Istanbul are usually found in May or January, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Abuja to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abuja (ABV) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$673
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$554
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$877

Good round-trip deal

$970 or less

Good one-way deal

$655 or less
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Cheapest flights from Abuja to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abuja to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:50 amABV - IST
1 stop14h 35mRoyal Air Maroc
Sat 1/36:20 pmIST - ABV
1 stop13h 30mRoyal Air Maroc
Deal found 7/28$673
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/61:25 pmABV - IST
1 stop13h 20mEthiopian Air
Mon 8/1111:55 pmIST - ABV
1 stop14h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 7/27$729
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/121:15 pmABV - IST
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Fri 9/191:45 pmIST - ABV
1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$732
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/113:00 pmABV - IST
1 stop9h 50mEgyptair
Thu 9/184:30 amIST - ABV
1 stop11h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 7/28$738
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:50 amABV - IST
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/141:50 pmIST - ABV
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$836
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/910:05 pmABV - IST
Nonstop6h 10mTurkish Airlines
Fri 11/143:40 pmIST - ABV
Nonstop6h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/29$887
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/253:55 amABV - IST
1 stop18h 45mAir Algerie
Sat 10/41:40 amIST - ABV
1 stop24h 15mAir Algerie
Deal found 7/28$961

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Abuja to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Abuja

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

Sat 12/20

6:50 am-11:25 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Istanbul

Sat 1/3

6:20 pm-5:50 am

1 stop13h 30m

$673

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

Fri 9/12

1:15 pm-11:55 am

1 stop20h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 9/19

1:45 pm-6:40 am

1 stop18h 55m

$732

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

Thu 9/11

3:00 pm-2:50 am

1 stop9h 50m

Istanbul

Thu 9/18

4:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$738

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

Sun 11/9

6:50 am-11:25 pm

1 stop14h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 11/14

1:50 pm-7:30 am

1 stop19h 40m

$836

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

Wed 8/20

1:25 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop29h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 8/26

12:10 am-12:05 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$841

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

Sun 11/9

10:05 pm-6:15 am

Nonstop6h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 11/14

3:40 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop6h 40m

$887

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

Thu 9/25

3:55 am-12:40 am

1 stop18h 45m

Istanbul

Sat 10/4

1:40 am-11:55 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$961

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

Wed 8/20

6:55 am-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$554

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

Wed 8/20

1:25 pm-9:50 am

2 stops18h 25m

$578

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

Wed 8/20

9:15 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop6h 15m

$611

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Abuja to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Abuja to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Abuja to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Abuja to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 46 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abuja to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abuja to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Abuja to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,360). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ABV to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Abuja to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Abuja to Istanbul Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 32% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Addis Ababa (ADD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 56% of 1-stop itineraries from Abuja to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $674.

What’s the fastest layover option from Abuja to Istanbul Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Cairo (CAI) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Cairo (CAI) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 30m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport, such as Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,925 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
803 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
361 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Royal Air Maroc
6.1
Okay
490 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abuja to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Abuja to Istanbul?

    Abuja (ABV), located 15.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Abuja to Istanbul. 4 airlines have flights from Abuja to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Abuja to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abuja to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport round-trip from $673. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Qatar Airways, from $732, and Egyptair, from $738. These flights start at 22% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abuja to Istanbul Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,587 for a flight from Abuja to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $521 while the most popular route, (Abuja - Istanbul) is currently priced at $887.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abuja to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Abuja to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Abuja to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abuja to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Abuja to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abuja to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abuja to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abuja to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Abuja to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,360). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Royal Air MarocCheapest$638Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$648Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EgyptairCheapest$659Average$767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$883Average$1,058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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