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$525+ 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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABV — IST
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abuja to Istanbul are usually found in May or January, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$690
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$525
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$860

Good round-trip deal

$701 or less

Good one-way deal

$587 or less
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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 junio 12, 2025.

This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/161:25 pmABV - IST
1 stop13h 20mEthiopian Air
mar. 7/2912:10 amIST - ABV
1 stop13h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11$690
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/301:25 pmABV - IST
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/303:50 pmIST - ABV
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$738
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/163:00 pmABV - IST
1 stop24h 35mEgyptair
mié. 7/302:00 pmIST - ABV
1 stop26h 00mEgyptair
Deal found 6/11$741
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
dom. 6/2912:55 amABV - IST
1 stop24h 50mAir Algerie
vie. 7/42:30 amIST - ABV
2 stops47h 25mAir Algerie
Deal found 6/10$1,016
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/119:15 pmABV - IST
Nonstop6h 15mTurkish Airlines
mar. 7/152:55 pmIST - ABV
Nonstop6h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,078

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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

mié. 7/16

1:25 pm-4:45 am

1 stop13h 20m

Istanbul

mar. 7/29

12:10 am-12:05 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$690

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

mié. 7/30

1:25 pm-4:45 am

1 stop13h 20m

Istanbul

mar. 9/30

3:50 pm-12:05 pm

2 stops22h 15m

$738

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

mié. 7/16

3:00 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop24h 35m

Istanbul

mié. 7/30

2:00 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop26h 00m

$741

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

dom. 6/29

12:55 am-3:45 am

1 stop24h 50m

Istanbul

vie. 7/4

2:30 am-11:55 pm

2 stops47h 25m

$1,016

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

vie. 7/11

9:15 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop6h 15m

Istanbul

mar. 7/15

2:55 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop6h 35m

$1,078

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

sáb. 10/11

9:15 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop6h 15m

$525

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

mié. 7/30

6:55 am-4:40 pm

1 stop31h 45m

$550

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

mar. 9/30

3:00 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$590

AbujaIstanbul

ABV - IST

ABVIST

Abuja

mié. 7/30

1:25 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$657

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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 June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Abuja to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 35 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 $1,374). 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 junio 12, 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.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
350 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer
Royal Air Maroc
6.0
Okay
472 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews

Crew

7.7

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer

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 $690. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Egyptair, from $741, and Air Algerie, from $1,016. These flights start at 19% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abuja to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Turkish Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $525. Users have also found prices from $550 and $590 on Royal Air Maroc and Egyptair, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,939 for a flight from Abuja to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $505 while the most popular route, (Abuja - Istanbul) is currently priced at $738.

  • 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 $1,374). 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
Ethiopian AirCheapest$446Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EgyptairCheapest$523Average$749FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Royal Air MarocCheapest$638Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$842Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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