Cheap flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport from £78

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EBL — IST
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Erbil Intl to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Erbil to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Erbil (EBL) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£216

One-way from

£78

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£233

Good round-trip deal

£427 or less

Good one-way deal

£364 or less
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 4/9-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 10m total
  • Erbil to Istanbul
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 19/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 15m total
  • Erbil to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price (£37 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Erbil Intl to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Erbil Intl to Istanbul.

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Cheapest flights from Erbil to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Erbil to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 July 2025.

Thu 4/903:45EBL - IST
1 stop6h 05mAegean Airlines
Tue 9/915:50IST - EBL
1 stop11h 05mAegean Airlines
Deal found 17/7£216
Mon 25/801:35EBL - IST
Nonstop2h 50mTurkish Airlines
Tue 2/902:10IST - EBL
Nonstop2h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/7£248
Thu 24/718:00EBL - IST
Nonstop2h 45mFlexFlight
Tue 12/822:45IST - EBL
Nonstop2h 30mFlexFlight
Deal found 17/7£258
Thu 24/704:20EBL - IST
1 stop8h 25mRoyal Jordanian
Tue 12/813:45IST - EBL
1 stop6h 15mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 17/7£266
Tue 22/721:00EBL - IST
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 26/720:50IST - EBL
1 stop6h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7£275

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Erbil to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 18 July 2025.
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Fly from

Erbil

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Thu 4/9

03:45-09:50

1 stop6h 05m

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

15:50-02:55

1 stop11h 05m

£216

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Mon 25/8

01:35-04:25

Nonstop2h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 2/9

02:10-04:45

Nonstop2h 35m

£248

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Sun 3/8

21:00-12:45

1 stop15h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 10/8

13:45-03:05

1 stop13h 20m

£292

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Tue 29/7

23:00-12:45

1 stop13h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 13/8

05:55-08:30

Nonstop2h 35m

£328

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Sun 19/10

03:45-20:00

1 stop16h 15m

£78

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Tue 30/9

19:00-21:45

Nonstop2h 45m

£137

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Sat 16/8

01:35-04:25

Nonstop2h 50m

£146

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Sun 17/8

04:20-12:45

1 stop8h 25m

£181

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Wed 23/7

13:55-13:20

1 stop23h 25m

£184

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Sun 28/9

04:00-13:00

1 stop9h 00m

£231

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Erbil to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Erbil to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Erbil to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EBL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Erbil to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Erbil to Istanbul Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 64% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Erbil to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Erbil to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 July 2025.

The most flights from EBL to IST are scheduled on a Thursday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 18 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Aegean Airlines, Air Arabia, andQatar Airways from Erbil to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Erbil to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Erbil to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Erbil, you will be flying from Erbil Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Erbil Intl (EBL) is located 4.1 mi from the center of Erbil. There is 1 flight from Erbil Intl to Istanbul per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Erbil to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Erbil to Istanbul Airport is Aegean Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £216 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and Royal Jordanian, starting at £248 and £292 round-trip.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Erbil to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £78 on Aegean Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include FlexFlight from £137 and Turkish Airlines from £146 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Istanbul Airport from Erbil, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Turkish Airlines (84%), Iraqi Airways (33%), UR Airlines( 29%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay £459 for a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £217 while the most popular route, (Erbil Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at £189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Erbil to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Erbil to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Erbil to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Erbil to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Erbil to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Erbil to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport (average of £159). Flying from Erbil to Istanbul Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £366). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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