15 prayer rooms across all terminals with ablution areas, separate facilities, and 24/7 access
Istanbul Airport provides comprehensive prayer and worship facilities for travelers of all religious backgrounds, ensuring everyone can practice their faith comfortably during their journey. Whether you are seeking a dedicated masjid, a quiet multi-faith room, or a space for reflection, the airport offers accessible, well-maintained, and peaceful areas throughout all terminals.
For Muslim travelers, Istanbul Airport has 44 dedicated masjids across its terminals:
Each masjid is designed to provide a calm and respectful environment for prayer, even during busy travel periods.
All prayer and worship areas include:
Digital screens throughout the airport display daily prayer times for Muslim travelers. Multi-faith rooms are available at all times for reflection, meditation, or worship according to each traveler’s personal faith.
In addition to the masjids, Istanbul Airport provides three multi-faith prayer rooms designed for passengers of all religions. These spaces are suitable for:
They offer an inclusive, welcoming environment for everyone.
Prayer rooms in all terminals, both before and after security checkpoints.
All prayer facilities are accessible around the clock for early morning or late-night flights.
Dedicated spaces for men and women with privacy and comfort.
Clean wudu facilities with heated water, seating areas, and towels provided.
International Departures
Look for green prayer room signs with the masjid icon throughout the airport. Digital information screens also show the nearest prayer room location. Airport staff and information desks can provide directions in multiple languages.
Yes! Prayer times (Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha) are displayed on digital screens throughout the airport and updated daily. Many prayer rooms also have printed prayer time schedules.
No, all prayer rooms at Istanbul Airport are completely free for all passengers and visitors. No ticket or boarding pass is required for prayer rooms in public areas.
Domestic & International
Before Security Checkpoints
Premium Lounge Access
Yes, ablution areas are cleaned multiple times daily and maintained to high standards. Heated water is provided, and disposable towels are available. If you notice any issues, please report to nearby airport staff.
Absolutely. All prayer rooms have completely separate and private facilities for women. Women's areas include dedicated ablution facilities, prayer spaces, and comfortable seating. Privacy and modesty are fully respected.
Yes, all prayer rooms have clear Qibla direction indicators. Istanbul's Qibla direction is approximately 160° southeast. Prayer mats are pre-positioned facing the correct direction.
