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$162+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Erbil (EBL)

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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — EBL
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Erbil Intl are usually found in March or November, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Erbil
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Erbil. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 27, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 10/191:45 pm
IST
-
EBL
1 stop6h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/295:15 am
EBL
-
IST
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$407
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 8/66:30 am
IST
-
EBL
Nonstop2h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sat 8/81:40 am
EBL
-
IST
Nonstop2h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$415
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/66:30 am
IST
-
EBL
Nonstop2h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 8/105:40 am
EBL
-
IST
Nonstop2h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/24$416
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Tue 8/256:30 am
IST
-
EBL
Nonstop2h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/159:55 am
EBL
-
IST
Nonstop2h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/24$420
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Thu 8/139:15 pm
IST
-
EBL
Nonstop2h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 8/169:55 am
EBL
-
IST
Nonstop2h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$421
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/72:10 am
IST
-
EBL
Nonstop2h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 8/99:55 am
EBL
-
IST
Nonstop2h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/24$426
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sun 8/239:15 pm
IST
-
EBL
Nonstop2h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 8/279:55 am
EBL
-
IST
Nonstop2h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/23$436
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/11:45 pm
IST
-
EBL
1 stop6h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/36:15 pm
EBL
-
IST
Nonstop2h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$450
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Mon 8/249:15 pm
IST
-
EBL
Nonstop2h 30m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 9/69:55 am
EBL
-
IST
Nonstop2h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 7/27$455
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/61:25 pm
IST
-
EBL
1 stop6h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/106:15 pm
EBL
-
IST
Nonstop2h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$458
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:45 pm
IST
-
EBL
1 stop13h 20m
Royal Jordanian
Mon 9/289:00 pm
EBL
-
IST
1 stop15h 45m
Royal Jordanian
Deal found 7/26$471

Find flight deals from Istanbul to Erbil

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Erbil (EBL). 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 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$407
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$162
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$387

Good one-way deal

$272 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Istanbul-Erbil Intl flight deals.
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From Istanbul to Erbil Intl
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One-way flight from Istanbul to Erbil Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 35% potential increase in price ($151 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Istanbul to Erbil Intl.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Erbil 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 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Erbil that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

IstanbulErbil

IST - EBL

ISTEBL

Istanbul

Thu 9/10

6:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Erbil Intl

Thu 9/17

9:55 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$415
Quickest round-trip

IstanbulErbil

IST - EBL

ISTEBL

Istanbul

Thu 8/6

6:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Erbil Intl

Sat 8/8

1:40 am-4:25 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$415

IstanbulErbil

IST - EBL

ISTEBL

Istanbul

Thu 9/24

6:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Erbil Intl

Mon 9/28

5:40 am-8:25 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$416

IstanbulErbil

IST - EBL

ISTEBL

Istanbul

Thu 8/6

6:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Erbil Intl

Mon 8/10

5:40 am-8:25 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$416

IstanbulErbil

IST - EBL

ISTEBL

Istanbul

Thu 8/20

6:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Erbil Intl

Mon 9/14

1:40 am-4:25 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$416

IstanbulErbil

IST - EBL

ISTEBL

Istanbul

Fri 9/18

9:15 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Erbil Intl

Mon 9/21

5:40 am-8:25 am

Nonstop2h 45m

$416

IstanbulErbil

IST - EBL

ISTEBL

Istanbul

Mon 9/7

6:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Erbil Intl

Mon 9/14

9:55 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$416

IstanbulErbil

IST - EBL

ISTEBL

Istanbul

Tue 8/25

6:30 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Erbil Intl

Tue 9/15

9:55 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$420

IstanbulErbil

IST - EBL

ISTEBL

Istanbul

Fri 8/7

2:10 am-4:45 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Erbil Intl

Sun 8/9

9:55 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$426
Cheapest one-way

IstanbulErbil

IST - EBL

ISTEBL

Istanbul

Fri 8/7

10:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$185

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/26

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Erbil

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to Erbil in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Erbil flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Erbil flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Erbil flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Erbil flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-Erbil flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Erbil

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Erbil from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to Erbil. 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 Istanbul Airport to Erbil?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Erbil (average of $136). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Erbil in June is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 EBL?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Erbil. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 27, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Istanbul Airport to Erbil in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 65% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Istanbul Airport to Erbil?

Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.

Istanbul Airport to Erbil flights typically cost between $241 and $338 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $407 on Multiple Airlines (Oct 19-Nov 29).

Reviews of airlines servicing Erbil

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Erbil. 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 Erbil. Reviews last updated July 27, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines from Istanbul Airport to Erbil by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,452 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,452 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,452 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.
Pegasus Airlines
6.6
Okay
633 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
4,452 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.8

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Assia,Nov 2025

IST - YUL

Wide chairs, wide screen, possibility to pair our cellphone with the screen. Tasty food.

Related info for your journey

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

    Erbil Intl (EBL), located 4.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Istanbul to Erbil. 3 airlines have flights to Erbil Intl from Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Istanbul to Erbil Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Erbil?

    Turkish Airlines can get you from Istanbul Airport to Erbil in just under 2h 30m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Istanbul Airport and Erbil are separated by a distance of 889 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to Erbil round-trip from $78. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Pegasus Airlines, from $150, and Turkish Airlines, from $195. Ajet is 71% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $53 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Ajet. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Pegasus Airlines and UR Airlines, with prices starting from $62 and $63, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $288 for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Erbil. The cheapest flight overall is $153 while the most popular route, (Istanbul - Erbil Intl) is currently priced at $232.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Erbil 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 Erbil?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Erbil (average of $136). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Erbil in June is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 Erbil

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Erbil. 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 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AjetCheapest$78Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$150Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$195Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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