Istanbul to Abuja (IST–ABV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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TK623
TK Turkish
7M8
3:10 PM
+03
7:45 PM
WAT
6h 35m
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M T W T F S S
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TK624
TK Turkish
332
9:20 PM
WAT TE
5:25 AM+1
+03
6h 5m
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Istanbul to Abuja
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 2,587 mi 6h 35m nonstop -2h behind 12 1-stop hubs

IST–ABV is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,587 miles in approximately 6h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IST–ABV service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TK Turkish Airlines 7 7M8 6h35 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – TK
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: TK (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, IST to ABV direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to ABV.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
769
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
Abuja is 2 hours behind Istanbul.
IST: +03 · ABV: WAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 4:00 PM in Abuja.
Distance & Flight Time
2,587 mi / 4,162 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 35m.
Visa & Entry

Turkish passport holders need an eVisa to enter Nigeria. Apply through the official Nigerian Immigration Service portal at portal.immigration.gov.ng before departure. Tourist visas allow stays up to 90 days. Required documents include passport photos, a return ticket, proof of accommodation, and proof of sufficient funds. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to IST

Istanbul Metro M11 Gayrettepe–İstanbul Havalimanı line connects the airport to the broader metro network; from Gayrettepe (Mecidiyeköy/Levent area) the journey is about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart). The line runs roughly 5am to midnight.Havaist express buses serve Taksim, Kadıköy, and other major hubs (₺50–80, 45–90 minutes depending on traffic). Taxis use a meter; expect ₺400–600 from Taksim or Sultanahmet. The airport is 35km northwest of the city; traffic on the O-7 motorway can be severe during peak hours.

Facts

IST–ABV Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Abuja route.
Route details
Distance2,587 mi / 4,162 km
Flight time6h 35m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: ABV
Full nameNnamdi Azikiwe International Airport
IATA / ICAOABV / DNAA
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation1,123 ft / 342 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to ABV flights.
Nonstop flights from İstanbul Airport to Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport take approximately 6h 35m. The route covers 2,587 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Turkish Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from IST to ABV. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LOS, DLA, COO, JED, LHR, ALG, CDG, FRA, CMN, CAI, ADD and DOH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Abuja is 2 hours behind Istanbul.
Yes, return flights from ABV to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IST to ABV

İstanbul Airport (IST) and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (ABV) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

IST to ABV Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IST to ABV ranges from 6 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,587 miles (4,162 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via LOS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.