EBL - IST

$151 Find Cheap Flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport

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Cheapest round-trip
$266
Typical prices: $217-$182
Aegean Airlines
Sat 10/24Thu 10/29
EBL - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$403
Typical prices: $357-$268
Turkish Airlines
Tue 8/25Mon 8/31
EBL - IST • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $266 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.4 score
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You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and Iraqi Airways. Average duration is 2h 46m
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Most punctual • 96% on-time
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Cheap Flights 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Erbil to Istanbul

Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29
Aegean Airlines Logo
3:30 am - 9:00 pm
EBL
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IST
17h 30m
1 stop
Aegean Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 4:25 am
IST
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EBL
6h 25m
1 stop
$266Aegean Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29
Aegean Airlines Logo
3:30 am - 8:05 pm
EBL
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IST
40h 35m
2 stops
Aegean Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 4:25 am
IST
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EBL
6h 25m
1 stop
$366Aegean Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 29
Aegean Airlines Logo
3:30 am - 7:55 pm
EBL
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IST
16h 25m
1 stop
Aegean Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 2:40 am
IST
-
EBL
16h 00m
1 stop
$399Aegean Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Mon, Aug 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 8:30 am
EBL
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IST
2h 50mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:15 pm - 11:45 pm
IST
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EBL
2h 30mnonstop
$403Turkish Airlines
Sat, Jul 4 - Wed, Jul 8
Turkish Airlines Logo
1:40 am - 4:25 am
EBL
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IST
2h 45mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:10 am - 4:45 am
IST
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EBL
2h 35mnonstop
$405Turkish Airlines
Sun, May 17 - Wed, May 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 12:45 pm
EBL
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IST
2h 50mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:00 am
IST
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EBL
2h 30mnonstop
$406Turkish Airlines
Mon, Jul 27 - Sun, Aug 2
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 12:50 pm
EBL
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IST
2h 50mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:10 am - 4:45 am
IST
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EBL
2h 35mnonstop
$407Turkish Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 1:20 pm
EBL
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IST
25h 15m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 pm - 2:40 am
IST
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EBL
5h 45m
1 stop
$410Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Fri, Jun 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 8:30 am
EBL
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IST
2h 50mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:10 am - 4:45 am
IST
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EBL
2h 35mnonstop
$411Turkish Airlines
Thu, Jun 18 - Sun, Jun 21
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 8:30 am
EBL
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IST
2h 50mnonstop
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:10 am - 4:45 am
IST
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EBL
2h 35mnonstop
$412Turkish Airlines
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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.

How much is a round-trip flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport departing in October.

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 Sundays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Istanbul Airport, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday 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 $130 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $319 and $308 respectively.

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 10 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$151
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 26% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport

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.
Estimated round-trip price
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 $151 for a one-way ticket and $266 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 airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    flydubai, and Emirates offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Erbil to Istanbul Airport flight route.

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

    The Airbus A321neo 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 $327 and an overall rating of 7.4, Turkish Airlines is the most popular choice. Pegasus Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $218 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 $279 or less one-way and $455 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?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Erbil Intl to Istanbul.
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

Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Istanbul to Erbil Intl

Monday

Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Thursday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Friday

Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

Sunday

Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines

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Reviews of the 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Erbil to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4353 reviews
7.5Entertainment
7.5Food
7.3Boarding
7.8Crew
7.3Comfort
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Seats were very tight with poor legroom - and I am average height. During the 12 hour flight, tiny paper cups of drinks we're only offered during the super and breakfast services, with the crew nowhere to be seen in between. One of the bathrooms was out of order, leading to long lines waiting to use the remaining two available to the economy class passengers.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, May 2026
LAX - IST
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Seats were very tight with poor legroom - and I am average height. During the 12 hour flight, tiny paper cups of drinks we're only offered during the super and breakfast services, with the crew nowhere to be seen in between. One of the bathrooms was out of order, leading to long lines waiting to use the remaining two available to the economy class passengers.

short flight but we still got a very nice lunch and the crew did an excellent job in taking care of us

For that price on Business class, I expected to have the pod seats. These were configured as 2/3/2 and my seat mate talked half the flight with a friend across the isle, loudly. Very uncouth.

Both of our Business Class seats were broken. I'm sure they didn't just break before we boarded but were broken prior. They would not recline. We could sit up straight or lie down, nothing that would allow us to sit back and relax on a 12 hour flight. Totally unacceptable. Very expensive and a waste or money.

The ground crew members at check in counter were courteous. The boarding was seamless. Flight departed as scheduled. Service on board was great

Turkish Airlines lost my reservation!!! I had the ticket, the receipt and they lost it!! Because the flight was fully booked, I had to wait 8 hours!!! Turkish Airlines provided me with NO FOOD, NO WATER!!! Absolutely ridiculous. They were pathetic. They admitted it was their fault for losing my reservation but provided me with nothing.

everything was excellent except for the meal on the fight from the Istanbul which was disgusting, the only choice of food available was pasta which was served frozen.

Very comfortable in business class. Excellent service. Good food. Smooth trip.

This was my third time using Turkish Airlines. I was well satisfied with the overall experience! I believe that no one is perfect and that everyday we are trying to do the best we can to help others by giving a part of our lives through service. I believe from what I’ve seen that Turkish Airlines, have come close to that service! I will definitely recommend and reuse their services again! Thank you!

Flight was late but loading plane was much easier in Istanbul than athens. Food was so-so and choice was limited. Flight attendants were extremely courteous and helpful; however, it was difficult to get attention during night time service. Overall good experience and the price was right

Flight changed and cancelled several times over the months in advance that I booked it. However, actual flight went well, no delays, spacious seats. Had some landing issues but otherwise, fine. Also loved that they don’t check weight of luggage!

Seats are disaster, not comfortable at all. With my height 183 cm there were no space for my legs... The airplane was Turkish airlines and no entertainment on board.

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

It was a safe flight with a friendly cabin crew.

The flight was never confirmed, I was not sent a ticket, and my account was charged for this flight. I’m trying to get my money back for a flight that was not booked or confirmed. Terrible experience

The plane was too hot inside. There was no entertainment and we had to sit on the plane for one hour before takeoff. There was no free wifi.

Online check-in was unavailable for my flight. So I waited 40 min in the queue at the check-in counter. Then, unlike any other airline in the world (and I am a very frequent international flyer) Pegasus was adamant that my CPAP was just another carry on and that I had to pay extra for it. Then, after I had paid in advance for a seat, they insisted I could not sit in an exit row because I was over 60 years old (I'm clearly in good shape and buy exit row seats more or less weekly). We pushed back harder and harder and insisted on talking to the station chief, who spoke with the counter staff by phone (not to me) and eventually relented. Experience on boarf was ok-- for a budget airline.

You adjourned my flight by 1h 30 mns and only updated me 1h30 mns before the new scheduled flight. I submitted an email to Kayak asking for a refund. It was the most stressful experience I've had.

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

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