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Cheapest return flight
£784
Typical prices: £643-£865
Ethiopian Air
Sun 11/11Mon 19/11
NSI - IST • 1 stop
Direct flights
2 days a week
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines. Average duration is 6h 55m
Direct flights
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Direct flights
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 14% price drop
January
Most popular
Good to know
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Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN)
Cheapest • Avg £645 (return)
Douala (DLA)
Shortest trip • 9h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul (NSI-IST)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Yaoundé to Istanbul

Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:50 - 05:00NSI  Yaoundé Nsimalen-IST Istanbul
12h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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00:05 - 13:50IST  Istanbul-NSI Yaoundé Nsimalen
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Libreville
£784Ethiopian Air
Tue, 22 Dec - Fri, 1 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
00:50 - 11:35NSI  Yaoundé Nsimalen-IST Istanbul
8h 45m1 stop Douala
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:15 - 01:30IST  Istanbul-NSI Yaoundé Nsimalen
9h 15m1 stop Douala
£838Turkish Airlines
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:50 - 05:00NSI  Yaoundé Nsimalen-IST Istanbul
12h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:05 - 13:50IST  Istanbul-NSI Yaoundé Nsimalen
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Libreville
£846Ethiopian Air
Wed, 23 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:50 - 05:00NSI  Yaoundé Nsimalen-IST Istanbul
12h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:05 - 13:50IST  Istanbul-NSI Yaoundé Nsimalen
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Libreville
£847Ethiopian Air
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:50 - 05:00NSI  Yaoundé Nsimalen-IST Istanbul
12h 10m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:05 - 13:50IST  Istanbul-NSI Yaoundé Nsimalen
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Libreville
£888Ethiopian Air
Wed, 23 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
17:10 - 21:20NSI  Yaoundé Nsimalen-IST Istanbul
26h 10m2 stops Ndjamena Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:05 - 13:50IST  Istanbul-NSI Yaoundé Nsimalen
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Libreville
£1,081Ethiopian Air
Sun, 22 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:35 - 05:00NSI  Yaoundé Nsimalen-IST Istanbul
40h 25m2 stops Abidjan Felix H. Boigny Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
07:35 - 13:50IST  Istanbul-NSI Yaoundé Nsimalen
32h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Libreville
£1,086Ethiopian Air
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
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14:50 - 02:50NSI  Yaoundé Nsimalen-IST Istanbul
34h 00m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo
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00:05 - 13:50IST  Istanbul-NSI Yaoundé Nsimalen
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Libreville
£1,224Ethiopian Air
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:50 - 13:00NSI  Yaoundé Nsimalen-IST Istanbul
20h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:05 - 13:50IST  Istanbul-NSI Yaoundé Nsimalen
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Libreville
£1,227Ethiopian Air
Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:50 - 13:00NSI  Yaoundé Nsimalen-IST Istanbul
20h 10m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Cairo
Ethiopian Air Logo
00:05 - 13:50IST  Istanbul-NSI Yaoundé Nsimalen
15h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Libreville
£1,293Ethiopian Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

Return flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport typically range from £643 to £865. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £784 on Ethiopian Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport at £625 return.
•June (£930) and October (£912) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£784
Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport

When to book flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Yaoundé to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 02:40 and lands at 09:35
    • Latest: departs at 02:40 and lands at 09:35.

    The flight takes about 6h 55m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

    A direct flight from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport takes 6h 55m, covering 2,803 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport flight?

    Return flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport range from £643 to £865, with an average of £729 over the past 12 months. Anything below £643 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £645 return via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN), compared with £693 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 777-200/200ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air France. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £784 to £1,339. That means the highest observed fare was about 70% higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Istanbul Airport (IST)?

    Istanbul Airport (IST) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £8 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • CIRCULAR
    • Avec Car Rental
    • Ok Mobility
    • Alamo
    • Autounion Car Rental

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

    Flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport usually depart from Yaoundé Nsimalen (NSI) and arrive at Istanbul (IST).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 57% of one-stop connections
    • Douala (DLA) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN) – 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £625 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £912, a difference of £286.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

    Only Turkish Airlines operates flights between Yaoundé and Istanbul Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport?

    Flying via Douala (DLA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 01m, compared to 13h 36m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 22h 40m via Casablanca Mohamed V (CMN).

  • What is the time difference between Yaoundé and Istanbul Airport?

    Istanbul Airport is 2 hours ahead of Yaoundé (Turkey Time vs West Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Istanbul Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Istanbul Airport are Taksim Square, Sultan Ahmet Camii, and Ayasofya. These are among the most viewed places in Istanbul Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average £625, about £286 less than Friday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Yaoundé to Istanbul Airport trip for April. Fares historically average £625 return in that month – typically £304 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Casablanca Mohamed V Airport (CMN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £645 return on this route – about £48 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Yaoundé to Istanbul?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Yaoundé Nsimalen Airport to Istanbul Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Yaoundé Nsimalen to Istanbul

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

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Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Yaoundé Nsimalen

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

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