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$131 Find Cheap Flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport

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Cheap Flight Deals from Erbil to Istanbul (EBL-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Erbil to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Erbil to Istanbul

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Erbil to Istanbul.
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FlexFlight Logo
6:00 pm - 8:45 pmEBL-IST
2h 45mnonstop
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10:30 pm - 1:00 amIST-EBL
2h 30mnonstop
$315FlexFlight
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Thu, May 29 - Sat, May 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:35 am - 4:25 amEBL-IST
2h 50mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 11:45 pmIST-EBL
2h 35mnonstop
$333Turkish Airlines
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Sat, May 17 - Thu, May 29
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 8:30 amEBL-IST
2h 50mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:10 am - 4:45 amIST-EBL
2h 35mnonstop
$337Turkish Airlines
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Wed, May 14 - Fri, May 16
Royal Jordanian Logo
4:20 am - 12:45 pmEBL-IST
8h 25m1 stop
Royal Jordanian Logo
9:40 pm - 3:05 amIST-EBL
5h 25m1 stop
$356Royal Jordanian
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Sun, May 11 - Sun, May 18
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12:40 pm - 7:20 pmEBL-IST
6h 40m1 stop
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2:00 pm - 7:30 pmIST-EBL
5h 30m1 stop
Sat, May 10 - Sun, May 11
Royal Jordanian Logo
4:20 am - 8:30 pmEBL-IST
16h 10m1 stop
Royal Jordanian Logo
1:45 pm - 8:00 pmIST-EBL
6h 15m1 stop
$371Royal Jordanian
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Sun, May 18 - Thu, May 29
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5:40 am - 8:30 amEBL-IST
2h 50mnonstop
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8:50 pm - 2:55 amIST-EBL
6h 05m1 stop
Wed, May 14 - Sat, May 17
Aegean Airlines Logo
3:45 am - 2:20 amEBL-IST
22h 35m1 stop
Aegean Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 2:55 amIST-EBL
6h 05m1 stop
$405Aegean Airlines
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Tue, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 17
Aegean Airlines Logo
3:45 am - 8:00 pmEBL-IST
16h 15m1 stop
Aegean Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 2:55 amIST-EBL
6h 05m1 stop
$432Aegean Airlines
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Tue, May 13 - Sat, May 17
Pegasus Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 8:45 pmEBL-IST
32h 05m2 stops
Pegasus Airlines Logo
9:20 pm - 7:30 pmIST-EBL
22h 10m2 stops
$779Pegasus Airlines
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Sat, Jun 14 - Sat, Jun 21
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Erbil to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Erbil to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Find cheap flights to Istanbul Airport

Planning a trip from Erbil to Istanbul? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Erbil to Istanbul Airport, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Tuesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Istanbul Airport, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport is February, where tickets cost $138 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $287 and $283 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $789, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
High seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$131
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Erbil to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Erbil to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Erbil to Istanbul Airport flights

  • What airlines commonly operate flights to Erbil to Istanbul?

    You will find flights aboard many different airlines for this journey, so there is a lot of flexibility to choose the one that works best for you. Among the airlines offering the most frequent departures are Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, Fly Baghdad, and AnadoluJet.

  • What are some common layovers between Erbil and Istanbul?

    Many of the flights between these two destinations are direct, but if you have selected a flight with a stop, the location of the stop will depend on your airline. For example, Pegasus Airlines stops either in Trabzon (TZX) or Ankara (ESB) while SunExpress stops in Antalya (AYT).

  • How can I make my flight from Erbil to Istanbul more sustainable?

    First, use public transport to get to the airport in Erbil and again to reach your final destination in Istanbul once you land. Next, book a direct flight whenever possible, as this cuts down on the fuel burned during takeoffs and landings during your trip. Pack light to reduce the weight on the plane. Finally, consider flying with Turkish Airlines, one of the most eco-friendly airlines flying this route.

  • What documents do I need in order to fly from Erbil to Istanbul?

    American citizens need to have their valid passport, and it is recommended to apply for a Turkish e-visa in advance. You can get a visa on arrival, but this normally takes longer than passing through customs with a visa that has already been issued. Iraqi citizens will also need their valid passport and will need to apply for an e-visa, as well.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport was $131 for a one-way ticket and $315 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Erbil and Istanbul Airport?

    A passport is required to fly from Erbil to Istanbul Airport.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    Erbil and Istanbul Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Erbil from Erbil Intl and will be arriving at Istanbul.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Erbil to Istanbul Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Erbil and Istanbul Airport.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Erbil to Istanbul, Turkish Airlines or Pegasus Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Erbil to Istanbul are Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. With an average price for the route of $395 and an overall rating of 7.3, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. Pegasus Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $212 and an overall rating of 6.7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul Airport from Erbil is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Erbil with another airline. Booking your flights between Erbil and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul Airport from Erbil up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $404 or less one-way and $563 or less round-trip.
  • Erbil, Iraq is served by Erbil International Airport (EBL), a hub for Iraqi Airways, FlyErbil, UR Airlines, Zagrosjet, Air Kurdistan, and more. Aside from Erbil, this airport also serves the nearby destinations of Qushtapa and Mosul.
  • Istanbul, Turkey is served by several airports: Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). IST is a hub for Turkish Airlines and Atlas Global, while SAW is a hub for Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and AnadoluJet.
  • If you want to book the cheapest flights from Erbil to Istanbul, you will most likely have one stop along the way and your flight may be operated by multiple airlines. This means your particular flight may require a self-transfer at the layover airport, so make sure your layover is long enough to complete this task.
  • If you are bringing a lot of baggage with you from Erbil to Istanbul, consider upgrading your ticket from economy to business or first class. This is because economy class passengers typically don’t get any free checked luggage, especially on low-cost airlines. By upgrading to business or first class, you will be allowed one or two checked bags for free, and the upgrade fee is typically less than what you would pay for an extra bag in economy class.
  • If you have an early flight out of Erbil, consider booking a hotel near the airport for the night before. Niagara Hotel is your closest option, and it offers free shuttle service to and from the airport upon request.

Prefer to fly direct from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

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

Direct departures

Erbil Intl to Istanbul

Monday

Iraqi Airways, Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Iraqi Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Friday

Iraqi Airways, Turkish Airlines

Iraqi Airways, Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Erbil Intl

Monday

Iraqi Airways, Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Iraqi Airways, Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Friday

Iraqi Airways, Turkish Airlines

Iraqi Airways, Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Top 3 airlines serving from Erbil to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Erbil to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 3790 reviews
7.3Boarding
7.3Comfort
7.3Food
7.4Entertainment
7.7Crew
Airline reviews

The flight attendants were great! The seating for business class is better on other airlines. The food was also good!

8.0 ExcellentLori, Apr 2025YVR - IST
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The flight attendants were great! The seating for business class is better on other airlines. The food was also good!

Great food, great entertainment and very helpful, caring & attentive staff.

Flight Singapore - Istanbul was perfect. Flight Istanbul - Sao Paolo - Buenos Aires was really good but there was a big delay in Sao Paolo (Brazil) due to a problem with the ground staff and not related to Turkish Airline. Overall a very good and solid experience

The segment bkk ist was ok. The segment ist to yul the boarding was chaotic with 5 control before get in the plain, in addition to normal control by scanner and metal detector during transfert

The in flight entertainment was very good but unfortunately I feel they could have been more attentive to the customer. This is saw on all my Turkish airlines flights , besides dinner service you never really saw the attendants.

The flight was great. From the first to the last step, the staff was very helpful and understanding. I also always enjoy Turkish Airlines food because it’s flavorful, fresh (like salads and very delicious bread ) and has special things like olives, dates… I loved that bean salad and apricot pie. I also enjoyed the movies. Thank you!

Ordered Vegan meal - it was ok, but not exceptional. Seat ok row 39 middle section aisle. Nearly full flight - crew was busy but they did the best they could. There was a USB A port at the seat. I listened to my own music and only looked at flight information. One nice thing was the connection information was made available in the screen.

I recently flew with Turkish Airlines, and I can confidently say it was one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I boarded, the crew was incredibly attentive, warm, and professional. They went above and beyond to ensure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the flight. The highlight, however, was the food! I’ve flown with many airlines, but Turkish Airlines sets the bar incredibly high when it comes to in-flight dining. Every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The variety of dishes, even on a long-haul flight, was impressive. It felt like dining at a high-end restaurant at 35,000 feet! The seats were comfortable, the entertainment options were great, and the overall atmosphere made the journey enjoyable. Turkish Airlines truly excels in combining luxury and hospitality. I wouldn’t hesitate to fly with them again—highly recommend!

Very nice and friendly crew. Boarding system can be improved.

The Etickets had been changed (Why?) without notice ; Hence, that caused troubles when checking in. Not until I contacted my ticket agent and was given correct Etickets could I then check in.

Not because when i try to do check in there is only in turkish language i can not select other language

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Don't fly Pegasus, terrible service at the airport and boarding was really bad. Both flights I took with them were significantly late. This flight had us all changing the gate at the last moment and it was chaos.withour explanation or apology. The planes have seats that don't recline and seats are really hard. The crew on board was good both flights, but that is the only positive thing I can say about this airline. It's not worth it and I won't be flying them again.

The airport staff were some of the worst I've ever flown, and I fly at least 50x every year. From the staff at the gate, to the check in staff, to the ticketing sales staff. My experience in Instanbul was so bad Ill.never fly Pegasus again. They were incredibly rude, dismissive and not helpful whatsoever. This is the worst of the worst if you want to fly a budget airline I'd go elsewhere. The airplane seats are really uncomfortable and don't recline at all, you get charged for every single thing so in the end you will pay more flying with them. The crew on the plane were the only kind people we encountered with Pegasus.

Pegasus Airlines which is the most efficient and cost worth low cost airline all over the Europe

Flight from London was delayed and we had to hurry up to catch the connecting flight to Riyadh

The crew were outstandingly kind and cheerful. We carried our cat and they offered help.

Late departure. No announcements. Boarding was a disaster. Some kind of technical issue scanning boarding passes.

Pegasus is a very efficient airline. Passengers, however are sometimes unruly. Getting up right after take off. Getting up right when we land and before getting to the gate. Switching seats to the front so she can get a better seat. It is unfair for those that actually paid for seats. Flight attendants seem to not enforce it. One or two bad actors ruins it. Overall, the airline is great.

Pegasus is not a very comfortable airline. They’re not in any way hospitable

Bad. Cancelled and delayed flight. Payed 25£ for seat but got just normal one. No one refunded the money.

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