Traveling from Libreville Airport (LBV) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
7 hours 25 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Libreville Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Libreville and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from Libreville Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if you have time.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Libreville Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the LBV - IST route include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Quatro de Fevereiro Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Türkiye (Turkey), contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll provide you with the latest information, including other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from LBV to IST.
How to find the cheapest flights from Libreville Airport (LBV) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
C$753 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Libreville Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. A return flight starts from C$1,309. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap flight tickets from LBV to IST by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Libreville Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flight tickets from LBV to IST every day.
Play around with filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Libreville Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Libreville Airport (LBV)
To get to Libreville Airport from central Libreville, it takes about 11 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city center.
Catching an early flight from Libreville Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LBV:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider booking a hotel near IST if you're catching a late flight from Libreville Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul is around 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Libreville Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Libreville Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LBV to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC and 11ºC then.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from LBV to IST, check out our hotel options including:
Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just two of the top attractions to add to your Istanbul travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Galata Tower.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is another international airport for traveling to and from Istanbul. It may be a cheaper or easier choice depending on your travel plans, so keep it in mind when organizing your trip.
Complete your Istanbul trip with hotels and a car rental
We don't just compare flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Istanbul stay.