Traveling from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be traveling on a direct flight from Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Erbil and Istanbul follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
Flights from EBL to IST start from 02:50 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 21:45 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can choose from 99 weekly Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your EBL to IST flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. When you're ready to start your Istanbul adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Türkiye (Turkey):
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Iraqi Airways.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EBL and IST:
Esenboga International Airport
Antalya Airport
Trabzon Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
At the moment, AED 487 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 1,109. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EBL to IST if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from EBL to IST.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Erbil International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.68% of flights that take off from EBL arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Erbil International Airport from central Erbil, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near EBL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Consider booking a hotel close to IST if you're catching a late Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometers away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Erbil International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to go to Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EBL to IST in January. Average temperatures are between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometers east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Izmir, about 322 kilometers south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key highlights.