Istanbul to Lagos (IST–LOS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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TK Turkish
33F
8:20 PM
+03
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TK Turkish
332
10:56 PM
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Istanbul to Lagos
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 2,862 mi 6h 45m nonstop -2h behind 14 1-stop hubs

IST–LOS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,862 miles in approximately 6h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore IST Routes LOS Routes IST Live Flights LOS Live Flights
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop IST–LOS service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TK Turkish Airlines 2 33F 6h45 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
33F Airbus A330 Freighter – TK
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: TK (2 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 LOS direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IST to LOS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~36h
Longest
AUH ~14h 45m ADD ~20h 10m CAI ~21h 10m NBO ~21h 57m BEY ~22h 15m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,060
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
Lagos is 2 hours behind Istanbul.
IST: +03 · LOS: WAT

When it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul, it's 4:00 PM in Lagos.
Distance & Flight Time
2,862 mi / 4,605 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 45m.
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–LOS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Istanbul to Lagos route.
Route details
Distance2,862 mi / 4,605 km
Flight time6h 45m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 7 return
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
Destination: LOS
Full nameMurtala Muhammed International Airport
IATA / ICAOLOS / DNMM
TimezoneAfrica/Lagos
Passengers/yr6.8M
Elevation135 ft / 41 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IST to LOS flights.
Nonstop flights from İstanbul Airport to Murtala Muhammed International Airport take approximately 6h 45m. The route covers 2,862 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Turkish Airlines.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from IST to LOS. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through AUH, ADD, CAI, NBO, BEY, JED, DXB, FRA, LHR, DOH, AMS, CDG, IAD and ATL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Lagos is 2 hours behind Istanbul.
Yes, return flights from LOS to IST are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IST to LOS

İstanbul Airport (IST) and Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) are connected by nonstop service from Turkish Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

IST to LOS Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IST to LOS ranges from 6 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,862 miles (4,605 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 9 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via AUH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.