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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Baghdad to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Baghdad to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Baghdad to Istanbul - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Baghdad to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport is November, where tickets cost C$ 277 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 426 and C$ 423 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 72 days before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Baghdad and Istanbul?

Iraqi Airways connects Baghdad to Istanbul with up to 2 flights per day. Turkish Airlines also offers 2 flights per day, while Fly Baghdad follows with 1 flight per day.

Which airlines fly direct between Baghdad and Istanbul Airport?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport.
There are 4 airlines that fly direct from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport. They are: Fly Baghdad, Iraqi Airways, Turkish Airlines and UR Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Fly Baghdad at C$ 321. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Fly Baghdad.

How many flights are there between Baghdad and Istanbul Airport per day?

Each day, there are between 5 and 6 nonstop flights that take off from Baghdad and land in Istanbul Airport, with an average flight time of 3h 04m. The most common departure time is 1:00 a.m. and most flights take off at night. Each week, there are 37 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Wednesday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Friday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Baghdad and Istanbul Airport?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Baghdad to Istanbul?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Baghdad at 1:55 am and will be landing in Istanbul Airport at 5:05 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Baghdad to Istanbul?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Baghdad to Istanbul Airport jets off at 6:15 pm and lands at 9:00 pm.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

September
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (6% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Baghdad to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Baghdad to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Baghdad to Istanbul flights

  • Can an economy flight from Baghdad to Istanbul provide a comfortable journey?

    Yes. Royal Jordanian offers some of the cheapest tickets from Baghdad to Istanbul, and these economy flights provide a comfortable 31 inches of seat pitch on at least one leg of the flight. A light meal and streaming entertainment are provided on both legs of the flight.

  • Can I park my car at Baghdad International Airport BGW before my flight to Istanbul?

    Baghdad International Airport (BGW) has short-term and long-term parking lots opposite the terminal. These parking spots are uncovered, so your car will probably get very hot. So, be careful not to leave anything in your car that could be damaged by excessive heat while you are in Turkey.

  • What are some common connection cities on flights from Baghdad to Istanbul?

    On Royal Jordanian one-stop flights, you will often connect in Amman. On MEA, the connection city is usually Beirut. Air Arabia stops in Dubai (SHJ), Qatar Airways stops in Doha, FlyDubai and Emirates stop in Dubai (DXB), and Egypt Air stops in Cairo.

  • Which cheap flights from Baghdad to Istanbul allow me to take the most luggage?

    Check Royal Jordanian flights carefully before you purchase a ticket because some flights offer one carry-on while others offer one carry-on and one checked bag, even though the difference in ticket price is negligible. The carry-on may not exceed 9 x 16 x 20 inches or 15 lb. The checked bag must not exceed total dimensions of 62 inches or 50 lb.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Baghdad to Istanbul?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Baghdad to Istanbul flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Baghdad to Istanbul?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Baghdad and Istanbul.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Baghdad to Istanbul?

    There are direct flights from Baghdad to Istanbul on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Baghdad to Istanbul?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Baghdad to Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Baghdad to Istanbul?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul from Baghdad is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Baghdad to Istanbul?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul with an airline and back to Baghdad with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Baghdad to Istanbul?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul from Baghdad up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Baghdad to Istanbul

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 1,131 or less one-way and C$ 1,065 or less round-trip.
  • The Baghdad International Airport (BGW) is a hub for Iraqi Airways, Fly Baghdad, Al Nasar Wings Airlines, Ishtar Airlines and others. Istanbul Airport IST is a hub for Turkish Airlines, OnurAir, MNG Airlines, and AtlasGlobal. Some of the cheapest BGW-to-IST airline tickets available from are aboard Fly Baghdad and Turkish Airlines.
  • Because Iraq has strict exit rules and visa requirements vary depending on your purpose of travel, Iraqi ancestry, and citizenship, be careful when obtaining a visa that your documentation will allow you to exit the country problem-free. If you're flying to Turkey as a tourist, you may apply for an e-visa upon arrival. Otherwise, you must get your visa in advance from the Turkish Consulate or Embassy.
  • If you are sending an Unaccompanied Minor from Baghdad to Istanbul, your best choice is a non-stop flight on Turkish Airlines. Turkish Airlines offers two levels of service, Escort Service, primarily for children 2 to 6 years old, and Unaccompanied Minor Service, primarily for children 7 to 11 years old.
  • If you experience emotional or cognitive struggles when you travel, you can sign up for the Sunflower Hidden Disabilities Program, which is recognized by Istanbul Airport (IST). You will wear a sunflower lanyard which will discreetly alert airline and airport staff that you need extra time and assistance negotiating your way off the plane and through customs, collecting baggage, and finding ground transportation.
  • When you are looking for ground transportation from IST into downtown Istanbul, You can catch a Havaist bus about every 20 to 25 minutes. A 90-minute journey will drop you off about a 10-minute walk away from Sultanahamet Square. You can also take Metro line M11, switching to line M2, which will take you to Vezneciler Station, about a 15-minute walk from Sultanahamet Square.
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Prefer to fly non-stop from Baghdad to Istanbul?

Find which airlines fly direct from Baghdad Intl to Istanbul, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Baghdad Intl to Istanbul

Monday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +2 more

Tuesday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +2 more

Thursday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +1 more

Friday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +2 more

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Nonstop returns

Istanbul to Baghdad Intl

Monday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +2 more

Tuesday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +2 more

Thursday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +1 more

Friday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways,Turkish Airlines, +1 more

Fly Baghdad,Iraqi Airways, +2 more

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Top airline flying from Baghdad to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Baghdad to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Baghdad to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
4.0
Fly BaghdadOverall score based on 2 reviews
4.0boarding
3.0comfort
2.0food
4.0crew
3.0entertainment
Airline reviews

We didn’t fly with them We received emails the departure is delayed till 6:10 and when we arrived they said no it’s flying on time!!! And we lost it , and the return they cancelled the flight

2.0 MediocreYasir, Dec. 2022EBL - BGW
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We didn’t fly with them We received emails the departure is delayed till 6:10 and when we arrived they said no it’s flying on time!!! And we lost it , and the return they cancelled the flight

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