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Cheap flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport from £128

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 24/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EBL — IST
5 May — 12 May1
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 Tuesday or Wednesday 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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£251

One-way from

£128

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£188

Good round-trip deal

£418 or less

Good one-way deal

£325 or less
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 14/5-16/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 25m total
  • Erbil to Istanbul
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Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 35m total
  • Erbil to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£28 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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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 30 April 2025.

Wed 14/505:40EBL - IST
Nonstop2h 50mTurkish Airlines
Fri 16/502:10IST - EBL
Nonstop2h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 29/4£251
Thu 29/511:05EBL - IST
1 stop5h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/608:00IST - EBL
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/4£266
Thu 29/518:00EBL - IST
Nonstop2h 45mFlexFlight
Mon 2/622:00IST - EBL
Nonstop2h 30mFlexFlight
Deal found 29/4£269
Tue 10/603:45EBL - IST
1 stop22h 35mAegean Airlines
Tue 17/620:50IST - EBL
1 stop6h 05mAegean Airlines
Deal found 29/4£302
Thu 5/616:00EBL - IST
2 stops29h 20mLufthansa
Thu 12/617:55IST - EBL
2 stops21h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 29/4£354
Tue 10/612:10EBL - IST
1 stop25h 10mAir Arabia
Sat 14/614:10IST - EBL
1 stop23h 05mAir Arabia
Deal found 29/4£420
Thu 5/622:00EBL - IST
1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 10/609:50IST - EBL
1 stop17h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/4£617
Wed 7/516:50EBL - IST
1 stop24h 35mflydubai
Fri 30/502:10IST - EBL
1 stop13h 40mflydubai
Deal found 29/4£657
Fri 2/516:50EBL - IST
1 stop25h 05mEmirates
Mon 5/502:10IST - EBL
1 stop13h 40mEmirates
Deal found 29/4£800

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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 30 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Erbil to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Erbil

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Wed 14/5

05:40-08:30

Nonstop2h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 16/5

02:10-04:45

Nonstop2h 35m

£251

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Thu 29/5

11:05-16:25

1 stop5h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 2/6

08:00-13:15

1 stop5h 15m

£266

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Thu 29/5

18:00-20:45

Nonstop2h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 2/6

22:00-00:30

Nonstop2h 30m

£269

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Tue 10/6

03:45-02:20

1 stop22h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 17/6

20:50-02:55

1 stop6h 05m

£302

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Thu 5/6

16:00-21:20

2 stops29h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 12/6

17:55-15:00

2 stops21h 05m

£354

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Tue 10/6

12:10-13:20

1 stop25h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 14/6

14:10-13:15

1 stop23h 05m

£420

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Thu 5/6

22:00-18:35

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 10/6

09:50-03:15

1 stop17h 25m

£617

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Fri 16/5

16:50-17:25

1 stop24h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 19/5

02:10-15:50

1 stop13h 40m

£657

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Mon 9/6

16:50-17:25

1 stop24h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 17/6

18:35-15:50

1 stop21h 15m

£1,050

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Sat 24/5

03:45-02:20

1 stop22h 35m

£128

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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 25 April 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 30 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Erbil to Istanbul Airport at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 65% 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 30 April 2025.

The most flights from EBL to IST are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

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 30 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Emirates and Air Arabia from Erbil to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,215 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
47 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,788 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
739 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

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 are 2 flights from Erbil Intl to Istanbul per day from 4 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 Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £251 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are FlexFlight and Aegean Airlines, starting at £269 and £302 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 £128 on Aegean Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Turkish Airlines from £148 and FlexFlight from £153 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: Iraqi Airways (100%), Turkish Airlines (91%), UR Airlines( 27%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay £471 for a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £147 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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