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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $481. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Baghdad.$481 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Baghdad International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $481, select.

Baghdad.$512 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Baghdad International on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $512, select.

Baghdad.$515 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Baghdad International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $515, select.

Baghdad.$519 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Baghdad International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.

Baghdad.$519 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Sun, 6 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Baghdad International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.

Baghdad.$519 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Baghdad International on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.

Baghdad.$520 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Baghdad International on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $520, select.

Baghdad.$521 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Baghdad International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.

Baghdad.$522 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Baghdad International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $522, select.

Baghdad.$525 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Baghdad International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $525, select.

Baghdad.$525 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Baghdad International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $525, select.

Baghdad.$531 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Baghdad International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $531, select.

Baghdad.$544 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Baghdad International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $544, select.

Baghdad.$548 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Tue, 12 Jan.Return flight with Royal Jordanian and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Baghdad International on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $548, select.

Baghdad.$568 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Baghdad International on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $568, select.

Baghdad.$616 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Baghdad International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Baghdad International on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $616, select.

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Compare routes from Istanbul to Baghdad below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Baghdad International.

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Istanbul to Baghdad: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$481
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	3 hrs
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	34

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Baghdad International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Istanbul to Baghdad International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Baghdad International is $481. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Istanbul to Baghdad International?

3 hours is the average flight time from Istanbul to Baghdad International.

Which airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Baghdad International?

Turkish Airlines, UR airlines and Fly Baghdad fly direct from Istanbul to Baghdad International.

How many flights are there a week from Istanbul to Baghdad International?

As of August 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Baghdad International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Istanbul to Baghdad International?

The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Baghdad International is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours.

How can I find the best flight deal to Baghdad International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Baghdad International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Baghdad?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Baghdad is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International with?

Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Baghdad International.

Flying from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Istanbul and Baghdad are in the same timezone, UTC+3.
Every week, there are 31 Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, jump on the 01:15 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:00 with Iraqi Airways.
To ensure you get on your IST to BGW flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport. When you're ready to start your Baghdad adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Iraq:
Most travellers choose to travel with Turkish Airlines on this route.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IST and BGW:
- Cairo Airport
- Amman Queen Alia Airport
- Beirut Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)

$215 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $481. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to BGW.
The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Finding cheap flights from IST to BGW is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

To reach Istanbul Airport from central Istanbul, it takes about 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near IST? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)

Stay moments from your arrivals gate if you're touching down on a late Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Palm Hotel is one option close to BGW. Or check in and relax at Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel before heading to your final destination.
Book a Baghdad International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Baghdad and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.

When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)

September is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Baghdad in March.
When booking your flight from Istanbul Airport to Baghdad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Baghdad, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 47ºC (117ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IST to BGW sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Iraq

You've done Baghdad, now it's time to discover more of Iraq. Journey around 354 kilometres north to Mosul to tick off its leading attractions. From Rabban Hormizd Monastery to Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah), you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad, Erbil is another favourite stop in Iraq. No visit is complete without checking out Jalil Khayat Mosque, Saint George Church and Citadel of Arbil.