Airlines with direct flights
DIRECTBetween Erbil (EBL) and Istanbul (IST). List of carriers flying EBL-IST non-stop and which days of the week they operate.
A list of airlines that previously or once had non-stop flights between Erbil and Istanbul (EBL-IST)
Atlasglobal
Onur Air
FlexFlight
Fly Baghdad
Monthly flight schedule: Erbil (EBL) to Istanbul (IST)
The monthly calendar shows all non-stop flights from Erbil Internationaal (EBL) to Istanbul (IST). Select a date to see every flight that day. The number in the top right corner on each day represents how many flights operate.
Turkish Airlines
UR Airlines
Iraqi Airways
Flight schedule data was last updated on 2025-10-15.
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Route FAQ
Answers to common questions about the EBL to IST non-stop service.
How long is the flight from Erbil to Istanbul?
Non-stop flights take about 2 hours and 50 minutes gate-to-gate, covering roughly 1,438 km (894 miles).
How many direct flights operate daily between EBL and IST?
Expect roughly 2 direct departures per day on this route.
Which airlines fly non-stop from Erbil to Istanbul?
The route is currently operated by Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines and Iraqi Airways with year-round non-stop services.
What time do the earliest flights leave Erbil?
The first departures typically leave around 01:35, which is ideal for morning meetings in Istanbul.
Which terminals service this route?
Terminal assignments can vary by airline and season, so confirm details on your booking before travel.
EBL - IST information
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Distance1,438 km (894 miles)
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Flight time2 hours and 40 minutes
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Airlines
Turkish Airlines
UR Airlines
Iraqi Airways -
AlliancesOne WorldSky TeamStar Alliance
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ClassesEconomyBusinessFirst Class
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Turkish Airlines AircraftsAirbus A320Airbus A321 (sharklets)Airbus A321neoBoeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2Boeing 737-900 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ3Boeing 737MAX 8 PassengerBoeing 737MAX 9 Passenger
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UR Airlines AircraftAirbus A320
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Iraqi Airways AircraftBoeing 737-800 Passenger