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$171+ Cheap flights from Baghdad (BGW) to Istanbul (IST)

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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BGW — IST
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Baghdad Intl to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Baghdad to Istanbul

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

Round-trip from

$269
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$171
(Mytrip)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$309

Good round-trip deal

$560 or less

Good one-way deal

$472 or less
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Cheapest flights from Baghdad to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Baghdad to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/11:15 pmBGW - IST
1 stop6h 30mRoyal Jordanian
Mon 12/82:05 pmIST - BGW
1 stop12h 55mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 6/11$269
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/145:25 amBGW - IST
Nonstop3h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 7/151:15 amIST - BGW
Nonstop3h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 6/10$342
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/117:35 amBGW - IST
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/221:15 amIST - BGW
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$397
This Egyptair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Egyptair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/257:00 amBGW - IST
1 stop19h 50mEgyptair
Wed 7/96:35 pmIST - BGW
1 stop20h 30mEgyptair
Deal found 6/11$544

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Baghdad 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Baghdad

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaghdadIstanbul

BGW - IST

BGWIST

Baghdad Intl

Mon 12/1

1:15 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 12/8

2:05 pm-3:00 am

1 stop12h 55m

$269

BaghdadIstanbul

BGW - IST

BGWIST

Baghdad Intl

Wed 10/1

2:00 am-5:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 10/10

6:40 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$352

BaghdadIstanbul

BGW - IST

BGWIST

Baghdad Intl

Fri 7/11

7:35 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 7/22

1:15 am-4:15 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$397

BaghdadIstanbul

BGW - IST

BGWIST

Baghdad Intl

Wed 6/25

7:00 am-2:50 am

1 stop19h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 7/9

6:35 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$544

BaghdadIstanbul

BGW - IST

BGWIST

Baghdad Intl

Tue 6/17

6:20 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$171

BaghdadIstanbul

BGW - IST

BGWIST

Baghdad Intl

Thu 6/19

1:25 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$274

BaghdadIstanbul

BGW - IST

BGWIST

Baghdad Intl

Sun 6/22

5:25 am-8:40 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$299

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Baghdad to Istanbul

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Baghdad to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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 BGW to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Baghdad 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 June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 32% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Baghdad to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Baghdad to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Baghdad 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from BGW to IST are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, 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 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Turkish Airlines, Royal Jordanian and Egyptair from Baghdad to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer
Royal Jordanian
6.8
Okay
399 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
350 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.3

Food

7.3

Crew

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Luoai,May 2025

SFO - IST

I had the worst experience with Turkish airline I started when I got to the counter late but an hour before the flight going to San Francisco they wouldn’t let me check in but it’s ok I understand but for you to cancel my ticket and not Ofer my any kind of refund I had to buy another one way to San Francisco only to figure out that even the return ticket is cancelled so I had to buy another ticket going back it was my mistake for using them it’s my last time I used them twice a year for the same trip and I did not find the treatment of a loyal customer the original ticket they canceled was $1488 and I bought one was from Istanbul for $1025 and returned for $711 + $330 for two bags so I lost more then $2000 in the stupid trip and they lost me as a customer

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Baghdad, you will be flying from Baghdad Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Baghdad Intl (BGW) is located 9.0 mi from the center of Baghdad. There are 4 flights from Baghdad Intl to Istanbul per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Royal Jordanian ($269), Turkish Airlines ($352), and Egyptair ($544) offers the cheapest pricing from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport are Fly Baghdad (100%), Turkish Airlines (98%) and Iraqi Airways (93%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $1,211, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $222. The most popular route (Baghdad Intl - Istanbul), is priced around $361.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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 4 airlines flying from Baghdad to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Baghdad to Istanbul. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$137Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
AjetCheapest$147Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Royal JordanianCheapest$165Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time61%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$312Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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