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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu (IST-MGQ)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Mogadishu flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Mogadishu?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Mogadishu clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Istanbul to Mogadishu, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Mogadishu back to Istanbul, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Mogadishu?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Mogadishu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Mogadishu is September, where tickets cost $731 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $952 and $921 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Istanbul Airport to Mogadishu?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $912 on average.

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Low season

February
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.

When to book flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Mogadishu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Istanbul to Mogadishu flights

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Istanbul and Mogadishu?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Mogadishu from Istanbul.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Mogadishu?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to Mogadishu flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Istanbul and Mogadishu.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul to Mogadishu?

    There are nonstop flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu, Turkish Airlines or Ethiopian Air?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu are Turkish Airlines and Ethiopian Air. With an average price for the route of $912 and an overall rating of 7.4, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. Ethiopian Air is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $803 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul to Mogadishu?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Mogadishu from Istanbul is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul to Mogadishu?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Mogadishu with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline. Booking your flights between Istanbul and MGQ can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul to Mogadishu?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Mogadishu from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Mogadishu?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Istanbul to Mogadishu.
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Istanbul to Mogadishu

Monday

Turkish Airlines

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Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

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Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

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Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Mogadishu to Istanbul

Monday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Istanbul to Mogadishu

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Mogadishu. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Mogadishu? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Broken seats, smell in cabin, seats that did not recline, trays thats did not stay horizontal

2.0 Mediocrenabeel, Jul 2026
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Broken seats, smell in cabin, seats that did not recline, trays thats did not stay horizontal

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The rules regarding business class lounge hotel/room access were very confusing. Between flights we had an 11 hour layover in Istanbul, but were denied a room to rest as our layover was too long?? Keep in mind that we arrived there at 3:30am after a long flight. Even multiple Turkish airlines employees were inconsistent with the rules. We ended up paying a high price at the Yotel in the airport in order to get some rest. Good thing I did, as a medical emergency was declared on the flight from Istanbul to Atlanta and I was apparently the only physician on board. Luckily I was able to stabilize the passenger and the flight wasn't diverted. The crew called an overhead announcement for a medical doctor, but insisted that I show them a copy of my medical license which I did. Very strange in my 35 years as a physician and responding multiple times to inflight medical emergencies over the years. I was very glad the passengers issue was resolved, but an acknowledgement of at least a thank you from the crew would have been appreciated.

I wasn't able to bring my little dog with me, because of the feedback team's extremely slow response. How are they even allowed to operate with this paste??

The sleeper seats, the staff, and the food was truly delicious. I loved the mocktail options.

They gave us some Tiramisu that had no business being as delicious as it was! They were continuously attentive and provided a great environment to welcome us on our trip.

Great service. Seat was a bit small but it was fine. Food was great

Horrible service at the baggage claim. Stuck on plane for an hour due to taxing and no gate.

I really would like it if they provided at least some limited free wi-fi.

Better than the business flight from Atlanta to Istanbul. The food quality was lacking..

POSITIVES The hostesses were mostly pleasant, NEGATIVES The full flight wifi was horrible, hardly able to use it. My charger port was not working which made me use my neighbour's port which resulted in an accident which ruined her flight. During dinner, meat ran out when the cart got to us forcing us to eat vegetarian which was not great. We watched everyone around us eating meat. My wifi did not transfer to the second leg of my trip as they promised as they changed the plane. I was thrown off the window seat I booked for the 2nd leg of my journey as they changed planes, all done at my expense. This was not a cheap flight ($2600) which i hurriedly had to book to attend my mother's funeral who passed away suddenly. I was honestly disappointed with the whole saga as I heard Ethiopian Airlines was one of Africa's best.

Food hardly ever changes Videos not often updated for often travel.

The flight is packed and it feels like the space per individual has gotten smaller. Excruciating for a 14hr flight.

Lost suite case and pillow that’s used by senior and they didn’t leave it at the airport

Im if Ethiopian can allow customers to use their mileage for in flight connexion it will be great.

The boarding area was too small with only one agent checking passengers into their standing bus

It’s good alternative flight out from Mogadishu, especially for the timing

The food could be better, the beef was quite tough. The crew were friendly and helpful on this flight, which has not being my experience on other Ethiopian flights.

The seats were quite uncomfortable despite having good legroom. The 350s are quite nice but the problem is on the old 777 aircraft. Special meal requests are not catered for as they should. They never had any ice for drinks.

I've never been served three bread courses in a single meal before. Was really impressed by the novelty of that.

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