Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
Abuja is two hours behind Istanbul and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are seven Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flights. To take off as early as possible, opt for the 14:45 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 15:30 with Turkish Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your IST to ABV flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Abuja (and then discovering more of Nigeria!) is a breeze with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Turkish Airlines on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between IST and ABV:
Cairo International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Rs108,937 is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs172,082. These fares may change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from IST to ABV by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from IST to ABV.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near IST. Whether you have an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
Few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just come in on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport flight. Peace Media Hotels and Abi's Place are great choices near ABV.
Explore beyond Abuja and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport rental car from providers like Sixt or Fox - Rent A Car.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) to central Abuja
Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport to central Abuja has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Abuja. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport for March if you want to explore Abuja during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 39ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from IST to ABV in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 37ºC on average.
Explore more of Nigeria
You've visited Abuja, now it's time to explore other corners of Nigeria. Travel about 354 kilometres north to Kano to tick off its top attractions. From Emir's Palace to Gidan Makama Museum and Dala Hill, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Ibadan is another essential stop in Nigeria and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Abuja. No trip is complete without seeing Agodi Gardens, Mapo Hall and Bower's Tower.
