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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad

IST — BGW
12 Okt — 19 Okt1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Baghdad Intl are usually found in January or November, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Baghdad

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Baghdad (BGW). 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 12 September 2025.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£206

Good one-way deal

£164 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£4 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Baghdad

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Baghdad from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to Baghdad. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad, you should look to book at least 46 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 Istanbul Airport to Baghdad?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad (average of £490). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad in August is currently the most expensive (average of £781). 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 IST to BGW?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Baghdad. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Baghdad

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Baghdad. 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 Baghdad. Reviews last updated 12 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad, such as Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
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Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Pegasus Airlines
6.8
Okay
639 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Baghdad. 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 into for flights to Baghdad from Istanbul?

    Baghdad Intl (BGW), located 9.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Baghdad. 3 airlines have flights to Baghdad Intl from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Baghdad Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 4 inbound flights from Istanbul per day.

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

    According to our current data, Pegasus Airlines (£78), Ajet (£82), and Turkish Airlines (£135) offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad. You may be able to fly from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad for 65% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad are Turkish Airlines (90%), Iraqi Airways (0%) and Fly Baghdad (0%).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Baghdad 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 Istanbul Airport to Baghdad?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad (average of £490). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad in August is currently the most expensive (average of £781). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Istanbul to Baghdad

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Baghdad. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest£78Average£182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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AjetCheapest£82Average£178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£135Average£328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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