Search Flights from Sulaymaniyah to Istanbul

Quick Flight Summary from Sulaymaniyah to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    $99
  • Direct flight duration 2 hour 40 min
  • Direct airlines Pegasus
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Friday, Wednesday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $148

Cheapest flights from Sulaymaniyah to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

AJet

AJet
25 Oct, Sun
Sulaymaniyah – Istanbul
3h 5m
Non-stop
ISU–SAW

AJet

AJet
4 Nov, Wed
Sulaymaniyah – Istanbul
3h 5m
Non-stop
ISU–SAW

AJet

AJet
15 Nov, Sun
Sulaymaniyah – Istanbul
3h 5m
Non-stop
ISU–SAW

AJet

AJet
20 Nov, Fri
Sulaymaniyah – Istanbul
3h 5m
Non-stop
ISU–SAW
Shortest Flight

AJet

AJet
20 Oct, Tue
Sulaymaniyah – Istanbul
2h 45m
Non-stop
ISU–SAW

AJet

AJet
21 Oct, Wed
Sulaymaniyah – Istanbul
2h 45m
Non-stop
ISU–SAW

AJet

AJet
23 Oct, Fri
Sulaymaniyah – Istanbul
2h 45m
Non-stop
ISU–SAW

AJet

AJet
27 Oct, Tue
Sulaymaniyah – Istanbul
3h 5m
Non-stop
ISU–SAW

AJet

AJet
28 Oct, Wed
Sulaymaniyah – Istanbul
3h 5m
Non-stop
ISU–SAW

Last update: 19 October 2026 10:13

Direct flights from Sulaymaniyah to Istanbul

Pegasus

Estimated Prices for Sulaymaniyah to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day25 October Sunday
Best Price
$99
Average Price
$142
$401
$99
$129
19Mon
Oct
$99
20Tue
$99
21Wed
$110
22Thu
$99
23Fri
$112
24Sat
$99
25Sun
$184
26Mon
$99
27Tue
$99
28Wed
$243
29Thu
$214
30Fri
$109
02Mon
Nov
$99
04Wed
$124
05Thu
$164
06Fri
$208
10Tue
$401
11Wed
$99
15Sun
$113
16Mon
$159
17Tue
$99
18Wed
$99
20Fri

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Sulaymaniyah City Center

Sulaimaniyah Intl. Airport

The passengers who prefer travelling to Sulaymaniyah, which is frequently visited by many tourists during the year, fly to the Sulaymaniyah Airport. The region known as the city center is the surrounding of the Sulaymaniyah Square located on the junction of Mamostayan and Mawlawi Streets. Generally, minibuses are used in the city as public transportation. By 2015, the construction of tramway line has started with an aim to offer comfortable transportation service in the city.

In Sulaymaniyah, transportation alternatives to the airport from the city center are very limited. Because there is no regular public transportation option to the airport from the city center, the most practical and comfortable options to be chosen are taxi, car rental or private service.

Private Service

Many of the hotels in the city offer private services to the airport, sometimes upon request and sometimes periodically. If you are staying at a hotel, we advise you to consult your hotel about this issue before your travel.

Taxi

Taxis offer a comfortable and affordable transportation option from the city center to the airport. They can also be used for the transportation throughout the city. If you cannot find a taxi in the city to travel to the airport or if you see another person waiting for a taxi, you might consider sharing a taxi.

Apart from that, for traveling in the city or even to neighboring cities, sharing a taxi with others is a common alternative used in Sulaymaniyah. With this method, you can make your travel more affordable.

The biggest disadvantage of taxis is that the majority of taxi drivers cannot speak English. So, it would be better if you learn from some basic words and important phrases before your travel.

Car Rental

Car rental is the most comfortable and safest transportation option to travel in the city. You can rent a car from the offices of many car rental companies located in the city and have a comfortable travel to the airport. If you wish, you can also make a reservation online before your flight.

Airport Information

Sulaymaniyah Airport, is an airport located on the west side of the city. The distance between the airport and the city is about 15 kilometers. The airport, which is used for both passenger transportation and cargo purposes, has a very small terminal and heavy traffic is rarely observed during the day. In the terminal, there is a duty-free shop where you can find high quality products at affordable prices, a medical facility room, a prayer room and a cafeteria.

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 of the city, in the Arnavutköy district. You can get from the airport to the city center by bus, Havaist shuttle, metro, taxi, rental car, or private transfer.

Bus
  • H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses run from Istanbul Airport to various parts of the city, including Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı.
  • Travel times are approximately 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. Journey times may vary depending on traffic.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines at the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • The M11 Gayrettepe – Istanbul Airport metro line connects the airport to the city center.
  • The metro provides direct access to Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe.
  • At Gayrettepe station, you can transfer to the Metrobus, city buses, and the M1 Hacıosman – Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates from 06:00 to 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist shuttle services run to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı–Başakşehir, Silivri–Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar–Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay for Havaist online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on board. Some Havaist buses also accept Istanbul Kart.
  • Fares vary depending on the route.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis serve the route between Istanbul Airport and the city center.
  • Fixed fares apply to certain destinations 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 companies at the airport, including Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many more, and drive to the city center.
  • If you book before arriving, you can pick up your car directly without waiting in line.
  • With a rental car, you can easily reach the city center as well as Istanbul's historical and natural attractions, such as the Historic Peninsula, Taksim, Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Florya, Polonezköy, Çatalca, and Şile.
Transfer
  • A private transfer service offers a luxurious and comfortable ride from the airport to destinations across Istanbul.
  • We recommend booking your transfer at least 24 hours in advance.

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Monday
19 Oct
Cloudy
16°10°
Tuesday
20 Oct
Cloudy
20°12°
Wednesday
21 Oct
Cloudy
19°11°
Thursday
22 Oct
Fog
19°9°
Friday
23 Oct
Rain
17°13°

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Sulaymaniyah-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Sulaymaniyah-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Sulaymaniyah-Istanbul flights, you can use Sulaimaniyah Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Sulaymaniyah-Istanbul is 1563 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Sulaymaniyah-Istanbul flights is Saturday.
AJet, Turkish Airlines organizes direct flights between Sulaymaniyah-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 $94.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Pegasus
$104
1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
AJet
$94
1 piece X 4 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm)
Turkish Airlines
$151
Paid Change / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 15 kg checked baggage / Complimentary Refreshments
Royal Jordanian
$214
Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund / 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 30 kg checked baggage
Qatar Airways
$371
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

Last update: 16.10.2026

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