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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 578 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.557 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 557 €, select.
Istanbul.578 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Mon, 27 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 578 €, select.
Istanbul.621 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 621 €, select.
Istanbul.639 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 639 €, select.
Istanbul.640 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 640 €, select.
Istanbul.641 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 641 €, select.
Istanbul.681 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 681 €, select.
Istanbul.704 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 704 €, select.
Istanbul.733 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Aug, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Sat, 8 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 733 €, select.
Istanbul.762 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 762 €, select.
Istanbul.778 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Apr, returning Sat, 10 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 778 €, select.
Istanbul.783 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Lagos on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 783 €, select.
Istanbul.784 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Lagos on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 784 €, select.
Istanbul.787 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Lagos on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 787 €, select.
Istanbul.788 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Lagos on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 788 €, select.
Istanbul.790 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun, returning Mon, 14 Jun.Return flight with Royal Air Maroc.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Lagos on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Air Maroc, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 14 Jun, arriving in Lagos.Price includes taxes and charges.From 790 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lagos to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in July.
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Jul
from 578 €
Aug
from 640 €
Sep
from 639 €
Oct
from 704 €
Nov
from 681 €
Dec
from 858 €
Jan
from 762 €
Feb
from 783 €
Mar
from 784 €
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from 778 €
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Lagos to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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34km from central Istanbul
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Lagos to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found557 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time6 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Lagos to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lagos to Istanbul is 557 €. 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.
6 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Lagos to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Lagos to Istanbul.
As of June 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Lagos to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Istanbul is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport on Monday, 20 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 30 minutes.
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 Istanbul 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.

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

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 6 hours 35 minutes.

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Lagos and is in the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Each week, there are seven Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, opt for the 21:00 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:20 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your LOS to IST flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak month like October? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Travelling to Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between LOS and IST:

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Cairo Airport

    • Beirut Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Lagos Airport (LOS) to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport flight is 380 €. A round-trip fare is currently 557 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To score cheap tickets from LOS to IST, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from LOS to IST by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Lagos Airport (LOS)

  • 66% of flights taking off from Lagos Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Lagos Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Lagos. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LOS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Airport, Istanbul is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Istanbul. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

  • Book your flight from Lagos Airport to Istanbul Airport for July if you want to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LOS to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are among its highlights.

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