Best Price
Ethiopian Airlines
24 Oct, Sat
Lagos – Istanbul
12h 35m
1 stop
LOS–IST
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Quick Flight Summary from Lagos to Istanbul
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $470
- Direct flight duration 12 hour 35 min
- Direct airlines Turkish Airlines
- Arrival airports SAW / IST
- Best days to book Tuesday, Saturday
- Average over the last 30 days $467
Cheapest flights from Lagos to Istanbul
Shortest Flight
Egyptair
27 Oct, Tue
Lagos – Istanbul
9h 50m
1 stop
LOS–IST
Egyptair
12 Nov, Thu
Lagos – Istanbul
9h 50m
1 stop
LOS–IST
Qatar Airways
9 Oct, Fri
Lagos – Istanbul
1d 1h 50m
1 stop
LOS–IST
Ethiopian Airlines
20 Oct, Tue
Lagos – Istanbul
12h 35m
1 stop
LOS–IST
Ethiopian Airlines
19 Nov, Thu
Lagos – Istanbul
13h 40m
1 stop
LOS–IST
Ethiopian Airlines
12 Oct, Mon
Lagos – Istanbul
1d 6h 5m
1 stop
LOS–IST
Ethiopian Airlines
16 Oct, Fri
Lagos – Istanbul
13h 40m
1 stop
LOS–IST
Ethiopian Airlines
10 Oct, Sat
Lagos – Istanbul
12h 35m
1 stop
LOS–IST
Last update: 09 October 2026 01:39
Direct flights from Lagos to Istanbul
Estimated Prices for Lagos to Istanbul Flights
Cheapest Day20 October Tuesday
Best Price
$450
Average Price
$523
$580
$450
Key Features of the Airlines
- Budget Turkish Flights
- Domestic Focus
- Turkish Airlines Partner
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Turkey's LCC Leader
- Digital-First Airline
- Wide Turkish Network
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Lagos City Center
Murtala Muhammed Intl. Airport
Murtala Muhammed Airport in Nigeria's Lagos province, Ikeja region can be reached easily from the city center with bus, okada, taxi or rental cars.
Bus
It is very easy to get to Murtala Muhammed Airport from the city center thanks to Lagos city buses operated by NURTW Cooperative and Lagbus. In Lagos, the roads used by buses are different from those used by regular cars, so they provide a fast transportation service without any traffic. To take advantage of the Modern and comfortable Lagos buses, all you have to do is to get a ticket from the sales points or vending machines at the stops.
Lagos buses might have different sizes but all are yellow. The name of the smallest buses type is known as ''danfo''. The “molue” buses, which are a bigger, travel more frequently between the city and the airport compared to others.
Okada
Okada motorcycles that you can use for your short trips are Lagos' most popular means of transportation. Okadas are quite fast so it is possible to get to your destination without losing time in the traffic. There are many okada motorcycles going directly to Murtala Muhammed Airport from Lagos city center.
Taxi
The safest, though not the cheapest, way to get around in Lagos is by taxi. Lagos taxis can be easily found at every corner of the city. Some taxi drivers do not use a taximeter, so it is advised that you negotiate according to the distance you are going to travel.
Taxis are usually opening with 500 Nigerian Naira. Then they demand 500 Naira per kilometer. If you choose to go to the airport by taxi from within the city, it would be useful to call one of these companies: Red Cab (+2347000733222), Corporate Cabs (+2348191166926) or Orange Cabs (+2347029119504).
Car Rental
Having an expressway linking Murtala Muhammed Airport and Lagos city center, shortens the duration of your journey incredibly. You can get to the airport in 25-30 minutes, instead of one hour, thanks to this highway.
Airport Information
Murtala Muhammed Airport, located 22 kilometers north-west of Lagos, is in the Ikeja region. As it is the largest and most modern airport in Nigeria, it has multiple facilities for its passengers.
In the airport with two terminals, facilities like duty free store and other stores, souvenir shops, eating and drinking areas, exchange office, bank and ATMs, travel agencies, car rental companies, free internet access, tourist information desks, recreation areas, VIP halls, etc. are available.
Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport
Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.
Metro- The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
- You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
- Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
- You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
- With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
- The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
- The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
- For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
- E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
- E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
- 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
- MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
- Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
- With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
- You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
- You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
- You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
- Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
- There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
- If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
- You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
- It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.
Bus- From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
- The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
- You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
- The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
- After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
- The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
- The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
- Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
- You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
- The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
- Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
- A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
- Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
- You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
- If you make a reservation before
Istanbul Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Thursday
8 Oct
20°11°
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Friday
9 Oct
23°13°
Saturday
10 Oct
26°14°
Sunday
11 Oct
26°14°
Monday
12 Oct
21°15°
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Which airports can I use for Lagos-Istanbul flights?
Which airports can I use for Lagos-Istanbul flights?
For Lagos-Istanbul flights, you can use Murtala Muhammed Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Lagos-Istanbul and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Lagos-Istanbul and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Lagos-Istanbul is 4618 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 5 hour 40 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Lagos-Istanbul flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Lagos-Istanbul flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Lagos-Istanbul flights is Wednesday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between Lagos-Istanbul?
Which airlines offer direct flights between Lagos-Istanbul?
Ethiopian Airlines, Egyptair, Qatar Airways, Emirates, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines organizes direct flights between Lagos-Istanbul.
Lagos-Istanbul: which airline is better value on this route?
Lagos-Istanbul: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Ethiopian Airlines starts from approximately $450.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Qatar Airways | $571 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 2 pieces X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Ethiopian Airlines | $450 | — |
 Royal Air Maroc | $522 | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 10 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 04.10.2026
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