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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Erbil:

• Earliest: departs at 02:35 and lands at 05:09
• Latest: departs at 22:15 and lands at 00:49.

The flight takes about 2h 34m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Erbil:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Erbil takes 2h 34m, covering 889 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from Istanbul Airport to Erbil range from £201 to £348, with an average of £269 over the past 12 months. Anything below £201 counts as a good deal.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £152 return via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH), compared with £269 for direct.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £16–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Pegasus Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Night is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Erbil flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Erbil are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £126, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

Erbil Intl Airport (EBL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £13 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Hertz
• Avis
• Fox
• Sixt

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Erbil usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Erbil Intl (EBL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to Erbil route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 42m.

One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Erbil most commonly connect through:

• Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) – 50% of one-stop connections
• Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Sharjah (SHJ) – 25% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Erbil. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £254 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £341, a difference of £87.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

3 airlines operate flights between Istanbul Airport and Erbil. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Turkish Airlines
• UR Airlines
• Iraqi Airways

Flying via Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 8h 16m, compared to 14h 19m via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and 23h 14m via Sharjah (SHJ).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Turkish Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• UR Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• FlexFlight: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Royal Jordanian offers different fare types to cater to the various needs and preferences of travelers on flights from Istanbul to Erbil. Economy Class is the standard fare type that offers affordable prices for passengers while Crown Class is the Business Class equivalent. Royal Jordanian has a frequent flyer program called Royal Plus which offers different tiers.

The luggage allowance on Pegasus Airlines flights from Istanbul to Erbil will depend on the type of ticket. Economy Class passengers are allowed to carry one handpiece with a maximum weight of 17 lbs. Business Class passengers are allowed to carry two hand pieces with the same weight and size restrictions. Checked baggage is not included in Economy Class tickets, but passengers can purchase baggage allowances at an additional cost.

The airport offers a shuttle service that runs every hour from the airport to the city center. Taxis are also readily available outside of the airport terminal. The trip to the city center takes around 15-20 minutes. Additionally, there are several rental car companies located at the airport.

MEA Airlines business class passengers are granted access to the airline's luxurious lounges at the airport, which offer comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, complimentary snacks and beverages, and sometimes, shower facilities. Business class passengers are also given priority boarding, allowing them to board the aircraft before the public.