Flying from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, making Istanbul one hour ahead of Tripoli.
Take your pick of 31 weekly Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 08:30 departure with Crown Airlines is the earliest flight available. Libyan Wings operates the last service of the day at 22:00.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MJI to IST flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
There are plenty of direct flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport to pick from. When organizing your Istanbul journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this unmissable corner of Türkiye (Turkey):
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Afriqiyah Airways.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Many passengers pass through Tunis-Carthage International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is $268. A return plane ticket right now is $332. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MJI to IST.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MJI to IST by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI)
Mitiga, Tripoli Airport is about 6 miles from central Tripoli. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you need somewhere to stay before your flight from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, check out Al Mahary Radisson Blu Hotel, Tripoli. It's a short drive from MJI.
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider booking a hotel close to IST if you're on a late Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 30 miles away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the center driving.
It takes around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the most popular month for flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Istanbul in February.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 68ºF and 86ºF. Lock in your flights from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 36ºF and 52ºF. Look for cheap tickets from MJI to IST sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be explored. About 220 miles east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Around 200 miles south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favorite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.
