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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Lagos Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs181,467. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Lagos

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Lagos flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Istanbul to Lagos

Istanbul to Lagos: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to Lagos below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Lagos.

Istanbul to Lagos: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs121,831
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time6 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Lagos: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Lagos is Rs181,467. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
6 hours and 51 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Lagos.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Lagos.
As of July 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Lagos.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Lagos is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Lagos Airport on Thursday, 6 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours and 51 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Lagos but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Lagos is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Lagos.

Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Lagos Airport (LOS): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Lagos Airport is 7 hours 5 minutes.

  • Lagos is two hours behind Istanbul and follows the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Each week, there are seven Istanbul Airport to Lagos Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, pick the 14:10 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 15:20 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Your IST to LOS flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Lagos Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Lagos — and maybe even more of Nigeria if time allows.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Lagos Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between IST and LOS include:

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

    • Cairo Airport

Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

Arriving at Lagos Airport (LOS)

  • Reserve a hotel close to LOS if you have a late Istanbul Airport to Lagos Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Explore without limits with a Lagos Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Fox - Rent A Car or Avis and experience more of Lagos and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Lagos Airport around four weeks before your trip.

Getting from Lagos Airport (LOS) to central Lagos

  • From Lagos Airport, Lagos is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.

When to fly to Lagos Airport (LOS)

  • October is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Lagos Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Lagos in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Istanbul Airport to Lagos Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Lagos, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to LOS in August. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 27ºC then.

Explore more of Nigeria

  • Lagos is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Nigeria waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres north-east of Lagos, a trip to Ibadan will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Oyo State Cultural Centre, Agodi Gardens and National Museum of Unity.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner of Nigeria, head for Port Harcourt, roughly 434 kilometres south-east of Lagos. St. Paul's Anglican Cathedral, Diobu, Port Harcourt, Sand City Beach and Delight Zone Amusement Park are highlights.

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