Flying from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Istanbul. Explore your options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU).
Sulaymaniyah (where Sulaimaniyah International Airport is located) and Istanbul share the UTC+3 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to ISU.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Istanbul to ISU that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between IST and ISU include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Add a stopover to your journey at Dubai Airport (DXB). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU) departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to ISU flight:
76.93% of flights departing Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
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How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
₹ 10,976 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport. A return flight starts at ₹ 23,307. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Istanbul to ISU if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport tickets across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on flight tickets from Istanbul to ISU.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU). July is the most popular month to visit Sulaymaniyah. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
When booking your Istanbul to ISU flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Sulaymaniyah, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 41ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 12ºC.
More about Sulaymaniyah
Start your Sulaymaniyah trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Sulaimaniyah International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Kurd's Heritage Museum, Azmar Mountain and Aween Park پارکی ئەوین are must-do's during your Sulaymaniyah adventure.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sulaymaniyah. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Al-Kadhimiya Mosque, Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Iraq, head for Mosul, about 209 kilometres north-west of Sulaymaniyah. Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah) are among the biggest draws.
