Travelling from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport (NDJ): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport (NDJ). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Around 6 hours 25 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport flight.
Ndjamena Airport is located in N'Djamena. The city operates on the UTC+1 timezone and is two hours behind Istanbul.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Ndjamena Airport (NDJ) is the busiest route, with 3 direct services every week. You can travel from IST to NDJ on Turkish Airlines's 7:35am flight.
Your flight from Istanbul to NDJ won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Get to your destination in one go from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport (NDJ) operate from here.
When leaving from IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport with Turkish Airlines.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with Turkish Airlines from IST to NDJ.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to NDJ leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Niamey Airport (NIM)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Istanbul to NDJ flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
76.93% of flights out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Ndjamena Airport (NDJ)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near NDJ and hit the pillow fast:
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport (NDJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport is 311 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 614 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from Istanbul to NDJ, book your ticket seven months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for December. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport (NDJ)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport (NDJ). June is the busiest month to travel to N'Djamena. If you like things a bit more low-key, think about going in February.
Lock in an Istanbul to NDJ plane ticket departing in April if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in N'Djamena to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport in January when temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
More about N'Djamena
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in N'Djamena right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Ndjamena Airport:
Musee National N'Djamena (National Museum) and National Square (Place de La Nation) are a couple of big attractions to put on your N'Djamena to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Centre Culturel Loyola.
Explore more of Chad
Get more out of your Chad getaway by exploring beyond N'Djamena. About 225 kilometres away to the north, Mao is another awesome city to put on your itinerary. Check off some of its top sights such as Grande Mosquée de Mao while you're here.
Your trip through Chad wouldn't be complete without visiting Gadang Kiao. Chari River is one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 225 kilometres south-east of N'Djamena.
