Travelling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 6 minutes.
Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Lagos, where Murtala Muhammed International Airport is located. Istanbul operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
The most popular route is from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). You can select from 10 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LOS to IST is the 20:55 Turkish Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:20 with Turkish Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from LOS to Istanbul.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) will be your arrival point.
Book your seat with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline operates direct flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from LOS to Istanbul, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
To enter Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Nigeria. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul.
Located around 14 kilometres from central Lagos, LOS can be reached in about 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near LOS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Istanbul
$824 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul. Return flights start at $1,310. These prices may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from LOS to Istanbul, book your trip 9 months before your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 50 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
As soon as your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 57 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near SAW. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from LOS to Istanbul at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Istanbul, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from LOS to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
After locking in your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Istanbul, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Istanbul:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just two of the major attractions to put on your Istanbul to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
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