Search Flights from Baghdad to Istanbul

Quick Flight Summary from Baghdad to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    313 AED
  • Direct flight duration 2 hour 55 min
  • Direct airlines Pegasus, AJet, Turkish Airlines
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Monday, Sunday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    410 AED

Cheapest flights from Baghdad to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

AJet

AJet
19 Nov, Thu
Baghdad – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
BGW–SAW

AJet

AJet
25 Oct, Sun
Baghdad – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
BGW–SAW

AJet

AJet
27 Nov, Fri
Baghdad – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
BGW–SAW
Shortest Flight

Pegasus

Pegasus
29 Oct, Thu
Baghdad – Istanbul
2h 55m
Non-stop
BGW–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
18 Oct, Sun
Baghdad – Istanbul
2h 55m
Non-stop
BGW–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
22 Oct, Thu
Baghdad – Istanbul
2h 55m
Non-stop
BGW–SAW

AJet

AJet
23 Oct, Fri
Baghdad – Istanbul
3h 5m
Non-stop
BGW–SAW

AJet

AJet
6 Nov, Fri
Baghdad – Istanbul
3h 10m
Non-stop
BGW–SAW

Pegasus

Pegasus
30 Oct, Fri
Baghdad – Istanbul
2h 55m
Non-stop
BGW–SAW

Last update: 12 October 2026 00:01

Direct flights from Baghdad to Istanbul

Pegasus
AJet
Turkish Airlines

Estimated Prices for Baghdad to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day19 November Thursday
Best Price
313 AED
Average Price
491 AED
1,025 AED
313 AED
496 AED
12Mon
Oct
534 AED
13Tue
498 AED
14Wed
498 AED
15Thu
416 AED
16Fri
415 AED
17Sat
354 AED
18Sun
1,025 AED
21Wed
354 AED
22Thu
364 AED
23Fri
313 AED
25Sun
332 AED
29Thu
408 AED
30Fri
482 AED
01Sun
Nov
420 AED
02Mon
364 AED
06Fri
427 AED
11Wed
570 AED
12Thu
313 AED
19Thu
958 AED
20Fri
959 AED
21Sat
313 AED
27Fri

Key Features of the Airlines

Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.

Transportation to Airport from Baghdad City Center

Baghdad Intl. Airport

Traveling to Baghdad Airport from the city centre by Baghdad city buses, taxi or rental cars is quite easy. You can make a both safe and affordable journey by means of transportation such as private or shared taxis, armored or normal coaches or rental car, all of which can easily be found in the city.

Bus

Baghdad buses, which are called Rhino Runners, provide transportation to several locations in the city and to Baghdad Airport from the city centre. Due to some security problems going on in Baghdad and Iraq, these buses are armored. Locals and the tourists visiting the city usually prefer taxis and their own private vehicles for transportation.

Taxi

If you don’t have an internationally valid driver licence, taxi is the safest means of transportation in Baghdad, where public transportation is under-developed. Contrary to popular belief, traveling by the yellow and white taxis, which can be found anywhere in the city, is budget friendly.

Nearly none of the taxis in Baghdad have taximeter, so tell your destination to the taxi driver and try bargaining before getting on the car. You can easily travel to Baghdad airport by taxi from any location in the city, and this journey takes about 30 – 35 minutes. Also, you can travel at a cheaper price by choosing shared taxis.

Rent a Car

Renting a car is one of the most convenient and affordable ways to travel in Baghdad, where urban roads are quite developed. You can find rent a car companies in many locations in the city. You will get a fairer price by booking a car in advance, but local rent a car companies in Baghdad also offer reasonably priced options. By following the road signs, you can drive to Baghdad Airport in about 20 – 25 minutes in your rental car. There is not much urban traffic in Baghdad and as the public transportation in the city is under-developed, traveling by your own car is a much more convenient option.

Airport Information

There are three passenger terminals in Baghdad International Airport, Iraq’s largest airport. There are many services, including ATMs, banks, exchange offices, duty free shop, 7/24 in service tourist information office, eatery area, smoking and resting lounges, souvenir shops and markets, provided in Baghdad Airport, like in every international airport.

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
  • The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
  • After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
  • The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
  • A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
  • Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
  • If you make a reservation before

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Monday
12 Oct
Fog
24°15°
Tuesday
13 Oct
Rain
18°15°
Wednesday
14 Oct
Rain
17°15°
Thursday
15 Oct
Rain
16°14°
Friday
16 Oct
Rain
15°12°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Baghdad-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Baghdad-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Baghdad-Istanbul flights, you can use Baghdad Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Baghdad-Istanbul is 1619 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Baghdad-Istanbul flights is Sunday.
AJet, Pegasus, FlyBaghdad, Ur Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Turkish Airlines organizes direct flights between Baghdad-Istanbul.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with AJet starts from approximately 302 AED.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Qatar Airways
891 AED
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Pegasus
317 AED
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
AJet
302 AED
1 piece X 4 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
FlyBaghdad
558 AED
1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage
Royal Jordanian
921 AED
Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments

Last update: 09.10.2026

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