Travelling from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 24 minutes.
Istanbul is 1 hour ahead of Tripoli, where Mitiga, Tripoli Airport is located. Istanbul operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route, with 31 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from MJI to IST is with Libyan Wings at 22:00. Choose the first departure operated by Libyan Wings at 08:30 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from MJI to Istanbul. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Nonstop flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll step off the plane.
A good selection of airlines operate direct flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul. The most well-known include:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your journey. When booking your flight from MJI to Istanbul, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Cairo International Airport (CAI) is a great option.
If you hold a passport from Libya, you'll need an e-visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey). This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.
Central Tripoli to MJI is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 12 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul, check out Safwa Hotel. It's a short drive from MJI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI) to Istanbul
$491 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul. Return flights start from $466. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from MJI to Istanbul by booking 10 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is located around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). After your flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 57 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MJI to Istanbul, settle in at a hotel near SAW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month for flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul. To skip the crowds, visit Istanbul in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from MJI to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul, explore our selection of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Istanbul and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare options in one go to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul.