Airlines with direct flights
DIRECTBetween Erbil (EBL) and Istanbul (SAW). List of carriers flying EBL-SAW 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-SAW)
Iraqi Airways
Turkish Airlines
Fly Baghdad
FlexFlight
Monthly flight schedule: Erbil (EBL) to Istanbul (SAW)
The monthly calendar shows all non-stop flights from Erbil Internationaal (EBL) to Istanboel Sabiha Gökçen (SAW). Select a date to see every flight that day. The number in the top right corner on each day represents how many flights operate.
Pegasus
AJet
Flight schedule data was last updated on 2025-10-15.
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Route FAQ
Answers to common questions about the EBL to SAW non-stop service.
How long is the flight from Erbil to Istanbul?
Non-stop flights take about 2 hours and 45 minutes gate-to-gate, covering roughly 1,381 km (858 miles).
How many direct flights operate daily between EBL and SAW?
Expect roughly 5 direct departures per day on this route.
Which airlines fly non-stop from Erbil to Istanbul?
The route is currently operated by Pegasus and AJet with year-round non-stop services.
What time do the earliest flights leave Erbil?
The first departures typically leave around 02:40, 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 - SAW information
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Distance1,381 km (858 miles)
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Flight time2 hours and 35 minutes
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Airlines
Pegasus
AJet -
AlliancesOne WorldSky TeamStar Alliance
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ClassesEconomyBusinessFirst Class
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Pegasus AircraftsAirbus A320Airbus A321Boeing 737-800 Passenger
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AJet AircraftsAirbus A320Airbus A321neoBoeing 737-800 (winglets) Passenger/BBJ2Boeing 737MAX 8 Passenger