Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Tripoli is one hour behind Istanbul and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from IST to MJI start from 03:15 — the earliest with Crown Airlines. The latest departure is at 17:00 with Libyan Airlines. In total, you can choose from 31 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to MJI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
There are plenty of direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport, so getting to Tripoli (and then touring more of Libya!) is a cinch. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to fly with Afriqiyah Airways on this route.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport. Tunis-Carthage International Airport is a popular stopover on the IST to MJI route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI)
ر.ق. 948 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 1,159. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from IST to MJI by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from IST to MJI.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
To reach Istanbul Ataturk Airport from central Istanbul, it takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI)
Consider staying at Al Mahary Radisson Blu Hotel, Tripoli after arriving from your Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport flight. It's a quick drive from MJI and a comfortable option if you want to get some sleep right away.
Set yourself up with a Mitiga, Tripoli Airport rental car from popular companies like Sixt or Europcar. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Tripoli and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
To secure the best deal, book your vehicle from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI) to central Tripoli
From Mitiga, Tripoli Airport, Tripoli is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport (MJI)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Tripoli based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Mitiga, Tripoli Airport for July if you want to go to Tripoli during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 39ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IST to MJI sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Libya
Tripoli is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what Libya offers. Extend your trip to Al Khums, which is around 105 kilometres away to the east. From Hunting Baths to Barko, there's plenty to discover in this fascinating city.
Make your way 64 kilometres west from Tripoli to visit Şabrātah, another favourite among visitors to Libya. No trip is complete without seeing Punic Museum and Sabratha Museum.
