Are there direct flights from Lagos to Istanbul?

In the trailing 90 days, direct flights from Lagos to Istanbul accounted for 6.6% of all available options. While direct routes are less common, they do exist. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This indicates that most routes on this journey will involve at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Istanbul?

The direct flight from Lagos to Istanbul typically takes 6 hours and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 4606 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends significantly to 13 hours and 45 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences in travel time when planning their journey.

How much more do direct flights from Lagos to Istanbul cost?

Historically, direct flights from Lagos to Istanbul typically cost 7% more than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $995, while connecting flights had a median price of $934. Although direct flights represent a smaller share of options, at 8.3% in the trailing 90 days, they offer a quicker journey for a slightly higher cost.

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July 20 - July 27

Cheapest

Earliest

LOS - Istanbul

$872

$714

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August 4 - August 13

LOS - Istanbul

$991

$723

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August 11 - August 18

LOS - Istanbul

$1,014

$732

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August 13 - August 25

LOS - Istanbul

$952

$732

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August 13 - August 24

LOS - Istanbul

$963

$732

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July 23 - July 30

LOS - Istanbul

$894

$733

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August 13 - August 20

LOS - Istanbul

$1,014

$733

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August 13 - August 27

LOS - Istanbul

$943

$733

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August 4 - August 11

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LOS - Istanbul

$1,031

$733

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August 4 - August 12

LOS - Istanbul

$999

$733

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Lagos to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Lagos to Istanbul

Flights from Lagos to Istanbul cover a significant distance of 4606 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. When considering cheap flights from Lagos to Istanbul, you'll find fares typically range from $863 to $1570, with a median price of $1179. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 8% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Istanbul, the data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $667. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $683, followed by April at a median of $771.

For this route, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 6.6% of recent fares being direct flights from Lagos to Istanbul. For itineraries that include connections, the median number of stopovers is 2. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

A typical journey from Lagos to Istanbul takes approximately 23h 25m, including connections. This duration reflects the long-haul nature of the route and the prevalence of connecting itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Lagos to Istanbul

Regular price: $868 - $1,281

Prices for flights from Lagos to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Lagos to Istanbul is typically between $868 and $1281. The current lowest deal is $720 with Ethiopian Airlines, for travel from Aug 4-Aug 13.

now $720

Low $868

High $1,281

The cheapest time to fly from Lagos to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Istanbul is January, with a median price of $667. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1528. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $667

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,528

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Direct flights from Lagos to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Lagos to Istanbul

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Istanbul

Lagos (LOS) - Istanbul (IST)

Ethiopian Airlines

$944

$757

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Istanbul

Lagos (LOS) - Istanbul (IST)

Ethiopian Airlines

$822

$757

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Istanbul

Lagos (LOS) - Istanbul (IST)

Ethiopian Airlines

$888

$732

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Istanbul

Lagos (LOS) - Istanbul (IST)

Ethiopian Airlines

$912

$749

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Istanbul

Lagos (LOS) - Istanbul (IST)

Ethiopian Airlines

$849

$758

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

LOS - Istanbul

Lagos (LOS) - Istanbul (IST)

Ethiopian Airlines

$882

$758

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Lagos to Istanbul

4 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 24

$1,016 → $863

15%

2 nights

Jun 23 - Jun 25

$1,020 → $900

12%

7 nights

Oct 23 - Oct 30

$976 → $865

11%

4 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 12

$985 → $898

Popular Airports to fly from Lagos to Istanbul

Lagos - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Lagos to Istanbul are above the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $667

Historically, January, February, and April offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 23h 25m with connecting flights

Flights from Lagos to Istanbul typically take 23h 25m, with most routes involving connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 93.4% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one airline that has offered direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Lagos to Istanbul appear frequently, offering many booking opportunities.

Lagos main airports to depart from

Murtala Muhammed International (LOS)

Cheapest

Murtala Muhammed International Airport is a good option for flights from Lagos to Istanbul.

📍 ~10 km from Lagos (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$826

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Lagos, offering good value for travelers.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$826

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International provides an alternative arrival point for flights from Lagos to Istanbul.

📍 ~40 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$940

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Consider this major international hub for network redundancy, though it requires a domestic flight or high-speed train.

📍 ~350 km from Istanbul (reachable by domestic flight or high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$1036

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

This is a strong alternative for Western-bound international flights, but it is located over 300km away.

📍 ~300 km from Istanbul (reachable by domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$1001

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

This airport is geographically closest to Istanbul, but has very limited flight schedules.

📍 ~90 km from Istanbul (reachable by road)

💸 Flights from ~$1161

Yenişehir (YEI)

This airport is close to Istanbul's Asian side, but has limited commercial flight options.

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (reachable by road or ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$1398

Burgas (BOJ)

Cheapest

This is the closest international airport outside of Turkey, useful for travelers with appropriate travel documents.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (reachable by road, requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$932

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Istanbul, Turkey

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$3,381

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Lagos to Istanbul is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $800. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, such as 28-59 days out, where the average price was $1242. Even last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of travel, showed an average price of $1185, indicating that planning within the recommended window can lead to significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Lagos to Istanbul was considered to be $863. This threshold represents the point at which 25% of prices were at or below this value. The median price for this route over the same period was $1179, with 75% of prices being $1570 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices around or below the $863 mark.

Historically, the trailing 270 days show that January and February are typically the cheapest months to fly from Lagos to Istanbul, with median prices of $667 and $683 respectively. April also presented a relatively low median price of $771. These months offer more affordable options compared to the annual median price for this route, which stands at $1179.

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