Flying from Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 6 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Ouagadougou.
Flights from OUA to IST start at 01:35 — the earliest with Turkish Airlines. The last service of the day is at 06:45 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of seven weekly Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your OUA to IST flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Traveling to Istanbul (and then exploring more of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Turkish Airlines.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between OUA and IST:
Cairo Airport
Mohammed V Airport
Tunis Carthage Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ouagadougou Airport (OUA) to Istanbul Airport (IST)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport flight is AED 1,556. A return ticket right now is AED 2,246. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from OUA to IST, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from OUA to IST by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport.
Handy information about Ouagadougou Airport (OUA)
Of all flights leaving Ouagadougou Airport, 64% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Ouagadougou Airport from central Ouagadougou, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to OUA? If you're boarding an early flight from Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Pick up a Istanbul Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)
August is the busiest month for flights from Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Istanbul in March.
When booking your flight from Ouagadougou Airport to Istanbul Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from OUA to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you should also see. About 354 kilometers east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you busy. Start with attractions like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometers south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favorite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
