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Flights from Lagos to Istanbul

Nonstop flights from Lagos (LOS) to Istanbul (IST) take about 6h 15m (4,605 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $808 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Istanbul

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Airport transfer

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Airlines flying Lagos to Istanbul

Carriers on LOS–IST according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Turkish Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Lagos to Istanbul fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $808 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $487. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$94423 Oct 2026 · Turkish Airlines$601 · 2 stops23 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$8878 Nov 2026 · Turkish Airlines$487 · 1 stop15 Nov 2026
Jan 2027$10792 Jan 2027 · Turkish Airlines$616 · 1 stop4 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$80817 Feb 2027 · Turkish Airlines$504 · 1 stop17 Feb 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $487 for November 2026, $504 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Lagos to Istanbul, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Istanbul

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Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Lagos to Istanbul flights

How long is the flight from Lagos to Istanbul?
A nonstop flight from Lagos (LOS) to Istanbul (IST) takes about 6h 15m, covering 4,605 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Lagos from Istanbul by air?
The great-circle distance between Murtala Muhammed International Airport and İstanbul Airport is 4,605 km (2,861 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Lagos to Istanbul?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LOS–IST route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Lagos to Istanbul cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LOS–IST was $808 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 17 Feb 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Lagos to Istanbul?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $487 one-way, against $616 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Lagos to Istanbul?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $487 with one stop against $808 nonstop, a saving of $321. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Nigeria to Turkey?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Turkey visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Istanbul?
Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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