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$166+ Cheap flights from Erbil (EBL) 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 9/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EBL — IST
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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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 Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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 July 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$279
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$166
(Booking.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$286

Good round-trip deal

$360 or less

Good one-way deal

$427 or less
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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 July 2, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 12/18:30 pmEBL - IST
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/410:00 pmIST - EBL
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$279
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/125:40 amEBL - IST
Nonstop2h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 7/212:10 amIST - EBL
Nonstop2h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 7/2$311
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/16:15 pmEBL - IST
Nonstop2h 45mFlexFlight
Thu 12/49:45 pmIST - EBL
Nonstop2h 30mFlexFlight
Deal found 7/1$315
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/299:00 pmEBL - IST
1 stop14h 30mRoyal Jordanian
Fri 9/51:45 pmIST - EBL
1 stop17h 05mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 7/2$382

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 2, 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

Mon 12/1

8:30 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop23h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 12/4

10:00 pm-4:25 am

1 stop6h 25m

$279

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Sat 7/12

5:40 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 7/21

2:10 am-4:45 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$311

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Mon 12/1

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 12/4

9:45 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$315

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Fri 8/29

9:00 pm-11:30 am

1 stop14h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 9/5

1:45 pm-6:50 am

1 stop17h 05m

$382

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Sat 9/27

3:45 am-2:20 am

1 stop22h 35m

$166

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Fri 7/11

12:40 pm-1:20 am

1 stop12h 40m

$174

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Sat 7/12

5:40 am-8:30 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$198

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Fri 8/1

12:10 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop25h 10m

$250

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Thu 7/17

4:20 am-12:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$251

ErbilIstanbul

EBL - IST

EBLIST

Erbil Intl

Sun 7/20

4:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$295

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Deals found on 7/2

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 round-trip flight from Erbil to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Erbil to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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 July 2, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Erbil 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 37% on airfare.

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 July 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Air Arabia, and Turkish Airlines from Erbil to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

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
8.2
Very good
761 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

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
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

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
3,891 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Royal Jordanian
6.8
Okay
407 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Egyptair
6.5
Okay
358 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
761 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.8

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?

    Erbil Intl (EBL) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Erbil to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Erbil Intl; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights from the Erbil airport to Istanbul. It is only a 4.1 mi journey to Erbil Intl (EBL) from Erbil’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $311, Turkish Airlines will fly you from Erbil to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Turkish Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from FlexFlight and Royal Jordanian - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $315 and $382, respectively.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Aegean Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $166. Users have also found prices from $198 and $250 on Turkish Airlines and Air Arabia, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Erbil to Istanbul Airport are Turkish Airlines (85%), Iraqi Airways (69%) and UR Airlines (53%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport? While on average our users pay $2,019, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $192. The most popular route (Erbil Intl - Istanbul), is priced around $209.

  • 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 vacation 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Erbil to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Erbil to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). 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 Erbil to Istanbul

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Erbil 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 July 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
UR AirlinesCheapest$118Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AjetCheapest$123Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$123Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$315Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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