Cheap Flights from Abuja to Istanbul — $422

The Abuja — Istanbul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 4 in total, including Royal Air Maroc, Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, and EgyptAir. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $422. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.

Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) in Abuja functions as Nigeria’s main international gateway and a national hub for both full-service and some regional carriers, while smaller domestic services may operate via nearby terminals. Flag carriers and larger airlines typically use ABV, so fares can be mid-to-premium compared with secondary Nigerian airports. The airport lies about 40–45 minutes (20–30 km) north of the city centre by road; taxis and ride-hailing services usually take 35–60 minutes depending on traffic and can cost roughly ₦5,000–₦12,000, while airport shuttles or private transfers may be pricier. Pros: relatively modern facilities and clear international connections; cons: peak-hour congestion and variable road travel times can affect convenience.

Istanbul is served mainly by two commercial airports with different roles. Istanbul Airport (IST) in the European northwest is the city’s primary international hub, handling long-haul and major carrier traffic including Turkish Airlines and many global alliances; fares here can be mid-to-premium depending on route and carrier. It sits about 40–50 km from the historic center; travellers typically use Havaist shuttle buses or taxis (roughly 45–75 minutes, fares vary by route and traffic), and there’s an expanding rail link. Pros: comprehensive facilities and many connections; cons: longer transfer times and occasional heavy traffic. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) on the Asian side functions more as a secondary, budget-leaning gateway favored by low-cost and charter airlines, often yielding cheaper fares on European routes. It’s around 35–45 km from central areas like Sultanahmet or Taksim. Main options are shuttle buses, Havabus services and taxis (about 45–90 minutes depending on traffic; shuttle fares are typically lower), and a planned metro extension aims to improve links. Pros: generally lower-priced flights and quicker check-in for some carriers; cons: further from many tourist areas and fewer long-haul connections.

The minimum one-way ticket price from Abuja to Istanbul is $428 (June 2026), while the maximum is $507 (August 2026). On average, a ticket costs $467–$507.