Istanbul to Libreville (IST–LBV) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
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IST–LBV is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 3,068 miles in approximately 7h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK Turkish Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
IST: +03 · LBV: WAT
When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 4:00 PM in Libreville.
Turkish passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Gabon, valid for up to 90 days. The visa is available at Leon Mba International Airport (LBV) in Libreville. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Bring proof of accommodation, a return ticket, and proof of yellow fever vaccination (mandatory for all travelers entering Gabon). The visa fee is payable on arrival.
Gabon also operates an e-visa system at evisa.dgdi.ga for travelers who prefer to arrange entry authorization before departure. The e-visa is valid for travelers entering through Libreville airport and costs about EUR 100 (roughly TRY 3,700). Processing takes 3 to 5 working days. For land border crossings, obtain a visa at a Gabonese embassy before travel.
No direct flights connect Istanbul to Libreville. Route through Paris CDG (about 7 hours to Libreville on Air France), Addis Ababa (about 5 hours on Ethiopian Airlines), or Casablanca (about 6 hours on Royal Air Maroc). Total travel time from Istanbul runs 12 to 18 hours. Gabon uses the Central African CFA franc (XAF), pegged to the euro at 655.96 XAF per EUR 1, trading at roughly 17.7 XAF per TRY 1. Card payments work at hotels and larger establishments in Libreville. Cash is needed for markets and local transport. French is the official language.
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.
IST–LBV Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IST to LBV
İstanbul Airport (IST) and Libreville Leon M'ba International Airport (LBV) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IST to LBV Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IST to LBV is about 7 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,068 miles (4,937 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Antonio Agostinho-Neto, Houari Boumediene and Addis Ababa Bole. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.