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Cheap flights from Basra (BSR) to Istanbul (IST)

BSR — IST
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Basra to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Basra (BSR) 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 August 20, 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$372

Good round-trip deal

$368 or less

Good one-way deal

$480 or less
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Best time to book a flight from Basra to Istanbul

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Basra to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Basra to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 BSR to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Basra 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 August 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Basra to Istanbul Airport at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 74% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 August 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Pegasus Airlines from Basra to Istanbul Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Khalil,Nov 2024

SEA - DOH

Organized and punctual departure process. The flight was full and the seat pitch is inadequate given the ultra long flight. It looks like the airline has increased the seat rows to maximize the payload, but overlooked the comfort factor. I was in economy at a window seat, but had half a window to my seat! The cabin temperature was a little warm, when I tried to open the overhead vent, the one in front was too far and started blowing air on the passenger in front of me, and the same for the vent behind me, it was for the passenger behinde. It looked as if an extra row was cramped between every two rows. The family behind me had a child who was constantly crying and banging his head against my seat. It's not the airline's fault, but the lack of space aggravated the situation.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Khalil,Nov 2024

SEA - DOH

Organized and punctual departure process. The flight was full and the seat pitch is inadequate given the ultra long flight. It looks like the airline has increased the seat rows to maximize the payload, but overlooked the comfort factor. I was in economy at a window seat, but had half a window to my seat! The cabin temperature was a little warm, when I tried to open the overhead vent, the one in front was too far and started blowing air on the passenger in front of me, and the same for the vent behind me, it was for the passenger behinde. It looked as if an extra row was cramped between every two rows. The family behind me had a child who was constantly crying and banging his head against my seat. It's not the airline's fault, but the lack of space aggravated the situation.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,949 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Khalil,Nov 2024

SEA - DOH

Organized and punctual departure process. The flight was full and the seat pitch is inadequate given the ultra long flight. It looks like the airline has increased the seat rows to maximize the payload, but overlooked the comfort factor. I was in economy at a window seat, but had half a window to my seat! The cabin temperature was a little warm, when I tried to open the overhead vent, the one in front was too far and started blowing air on the passenger in front of me, and the same for the vent behind me, it was for the passenger behinde. It looked as if an extra row was cramped between every two rows. The family behind me had a child who was constantly crying and banging his head against my seat. It's not the airline's fault, but the lack of space aggravated the situation.
Pegasus Airlines
6.7
Okay
636 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Khalil,Nov 2024

SEA - DOH

Organized and punctual departure process. The flight was full and the seat pitch is inadequate given the ultra long flight. It looks like the airline has increased the seat rows to maximize the payload, but overlooked the comfort factor. I was in economy at a window seat, but had half a window to my seat! The cabin temperature was a little warm, when I tried to open the overhead vent, the one in front was too far and started blowing air on the passenger in front of me, and the same for the vent behind me, it was for the passenger behinde. It looked as if an extra row was cramped between every two rows. The family behind me had a child who was constantly crying and banging his head against my seat. It's not the airline's fault, but the lack of space aggravated the situation.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Basra (BSR) if they book a flight from Basra to Istanbul. On average, Basra has 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day from 3 airlines. Basra is conveniently located just 7.6 mi from Basra’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $142, Pegasus Airlines will fly you from Basra to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Pegasus Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $316 and $363, respectively. Pegasus Airlines is priced at 61% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Basra to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Basra to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). 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 Basra to Istanbul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Basra 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$142Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$316Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$363Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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