Mogadishu to Istanbul (MGQ–IST) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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TK Turkish
7M8
9:45 AM
EAT
4:45 PM
+03
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TK Turkish
7M8
1:55 AM
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Mogadishu to Istanbul
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 2,903 mi 7h nonstop 5 1-stop hubs

MGQ–IST is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Turkish Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,903 miles in approximately 7h. Beyond nonstop, 5 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MGQ–IST service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
TK Turkish Airlines 7 7M8 7h – 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, MGQ to IST 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 MGQ to IST.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
107
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
0h
Istanbul is 0 hours the same as Mogadishu.
MGQ: EAT · IST: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Mogadishu, it's 6:00 PM in Istanbul.
Distance & Flight Time
2,903 mi / 4,671 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 0m.
Getting from IST

M11 Metro to Gayrettepe takes about 35 minutes (₺60–70 with Istanbulkart) with connections to M2 (Taksim) and M7. Runs from 5am to midnight. The metro bypasses O-7 motorway traffic, which is frequently heavy into the city.Havaist buses serve major destinations including Taksim, Kadıköy (European and Asian sides), and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (₺50–80). Taxis from arrivals are metered; insist on the meter. Journey to Sultanahmet or Taksim costs ₺400–700 depending on traffic. Rental cars available. Hotel shuttles common for business hotels near the city.

Istanbul Climate

The new airport sits 35km from central Istanbul on the European side, slightly inland and exposed to Black Sea weather systems. Winters (December–March) are cold (0–8°C) with fog, rain, and occasional snow. Snow on the exposed plateau is more likely than in the city. Ice on taxiways causes delays.

Summers are warm (25–32°C) with dry, reliable weather. Spring and fall bring heavy rain and strong northerly winds (Poyraz) that can affect smaller aircraft. Fog is the primary low-season disruption risk. The airport's elevated position makes it slightly windier than the Atatürk site it replaced.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

MGQ–IST Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Mogadishu to Istanbul route.
Route details
Distance2,903 mi / 4,671 km
Flight time7h
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: MGQ
Full nameAden Adde International Airport
IATA / ICAOMGQ / HCMM
TimezoneAfrica/Mogadishu
Elevation29 ft / 9 m
Destination: IST
Full nameİstanbul Airport
IATA / ICAOIST / LTFM
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul
Passengers/yr80.1M
Elevation325 ft / 99 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MGQ to IST flights.
Nonstop flights from Aden Adde International Airport to İstanbul Airport take approximately 7h. The route covers 2,903 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Turkish Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from MGQ to IST. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MED, CAI, JIB, ADD and NBO. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from IST to MGQ 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 MGQ to IST

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

MGQ to IST Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MGQ to IST ranges from 7 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,903 miles (4,671 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via MED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.