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Cheapest round-trip
$656
Typical prices: $780-$1,107
Royal Air Maroc
Thu 11/8Mon 11/19
ABJ - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$840
Typical prices: $822-$1,047
Turkish Airlines
Tue 2/27Wed 3/7
ABJ - IST • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 7h 14m
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When to travel
Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $721 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Abidjan to Istanbul (ABJ-IST)

 

Cheap flights from Abidjan to Istanbul with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Nov 19
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:40 pm - 4:30 pmABJ  Abidjan Felix H. Boigny-IST Istanbul
18h 50m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 4:50 amIST  Istanbul-ABJ Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
13h 40m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$656Royal Air Maroc
Sun, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 25
Royal Air Maroc Logo
5:50 am - 4:30 pmABJ  Abidjan Felix H. Boigny-IST Istanbul
31h 40m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 5:40 pmIST  Istanbul-ABJ Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
26h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$659Royal Air Maroc
Sun, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 7
Royal Air Maroc Logo
5:50 am - 4:30 pmABJ  Abidjan Felix H. Boigny-IST Istanbul
31h 40m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 4:50 amIST  Istanbul-ABJ Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
13h 40m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$684Royal Air Maroc
Mon, Feb 15 - Mon, Feb 22
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:40 pm - 4:30 pmABJ  Abidjan Felix H. Boigny-IST Istanbul
18h 50m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 4:50 amIST  Istanbul-ABJ Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
13h 40m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$684Royal Air Maroc
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 14
Royal Air Maroc Logo
5:50 am - 4:50 pmABJ  Abidjan Felix H. Boigny-IST Istanbul
32h 00m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 5:40 pmIST  Istanbul-ABJ Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
26h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$684Royal Air Maroc
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 14
Royal Air Maroc Logo
5:50 am - 4:50 pmABJ  Abidjan Felix H. Boigny-IST Istanbul
32h 00m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 5:40 pmIST  Istanbul-ABJ Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
26h 30m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$685Royal Air Maroc
Sun, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 7
Royal Air Maroc Logo
5:50 am - 4:30 pmABJ  Abidjan Felix H. Boigny-IST Istanbul
31h 40m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 4:50 amIST  Istanbul-ABJ Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
13h 40m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$687Royal Air Maroc
Sun, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 7
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:40 pm - 4:30 pmABJ  Abidjan Felix H. Boigny-IST Istanbul
18h 50m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
Royal Air Maroc Logo
6:10 pm - 4:50 amIST  Istanbul-ABJ Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
13h 40m1 stop Casablanca Mohamed V
$687Royal Air Maroc
Sat, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 7
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:10 am - 11:30 amABJ  Abidjan Felix H. Boigny-IST Istanbul
7h 20mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 7:10 pmIST  Istanbul-ABJ Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
7h 45mnonstop
$840Turkish Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 22
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 6:55 amABJ  Abidjan Felix H. Boigny-IST Istanbul
7h 00mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 7:10 pmIST  Istanbul-ABJ Abidjan Felix H. Boigny
7h 45mnonstop
$840Turkish Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Abidjan to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

Round-trip flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport typically range from $780 to $1,107. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $656, on Royal Air Maroc.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport at $777 round-trip.
•June ($1,447) and August ($1,149) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 86% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Abidjan to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$457
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 37% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Abidjan to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Abidjan to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Abidjan to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:10 am and lands at 8:24 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 7:09 am.

    The flight takes about 7h 14m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport takes 7h 14m, covering 3,199 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Abidjan to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport range from $780 to $1,107, with an average of $899 over the past 12 months. Anything below $780 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $721 round-trip via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN), compared to $959 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Turkish Airlines and Royal Air Maroc. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-900neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Abidjan to Istanbul Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $535, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $10 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Abidjan Felix H. Boigny (ABJ) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) - 70% of one-stop connections
    • Cairo (CAI) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Tunis Carthage (TUN) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $782 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,010, a difference of $228.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Abidjan and Istanbul Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Abidjan to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Cotonou (COO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 41m, compared with 12h 55m via Cairo (CAI) and 15h 28m via Tunis Carthage (TUN).

  • What is the time difference between Abidjan and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 3 hours ahead of Abidjan (Turkey Time vs Greenwich Mean Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii and Beyazit Meydani. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Abidjan to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Abidjan to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $782, about $228 less than Sunday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Abidjan to Istanbul Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $777 round-trip in that month - typically $670 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Casablanca Mohamed V Airport (CMN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $721 round-trip on this route - about $238 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Abidjan to Istanbul?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Abidjan Felix H. Boigny to Istanbul

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Abidjan Felix H. Boigny

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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