15 prayer rooms across all terminals with ablution areas, separate facilities, and 24/7 access
Istanbul Airport provides comprehensive prayer facilities for Muslim travelers, with 15 dedicated prayer rooms strategically located throughout all terminals. All facilities include separate areas for men and women, complete ablution (wudu) facilities, and are open 24 hours a day.
**Prayer Room Features:** - Separate areas for men and women - Complete ablution (wudu) facilities with heated water - Prayer mats and Qibla direction indicators - Clean, peaceful, and quiet environment - Air-conditioned with comfortable temperature - Open 24/7 for all passengers
**Prayer times:** Digital displays throughout the airport show current prayer times (Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha) updated daily.
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
Terminal A hosts multiple prayer rooms in the international departures area. All facilities feature modern amenities and are well-maintained throughout the day.
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
Terminal B offers the most prayer room locations to serve both domestic and international passengers. Facilities are clearly signposted with multilingual signs.
Before Security Checkpoints
Prayer rooms are available before security for arriving passengers, visitors, and those yet to check in. These locations are accessible to anyone in the airport.
Premium Lounge Access
Several premium lounges, including Turkish Airlines lounges, feature private prayer rooms with enhanced amenities for business and first-class passengers.
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.
