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Kirkuk.249 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Apr, returning Sun, 20 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 13 Apr, arriving in Kirkuk.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Sun, 20 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 249 €, select.
Kirkuk.250 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Apr, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 27 Apr, arriving in Kirkuk.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 250 €, select.
Kirkuk.250 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Apr, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in Kirkuk.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 250 €, select.
Kirkuk.269 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Jul, returning Wed, 23 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Kirkuk.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 269 €, select.
Kirkuk.287 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 May, returning Sun, 22 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Kirkuk.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Kirkuk.287 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Kirkuk.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.

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Direct flights from Istanbul to Kirkuk

Istanbul to Kirkuk: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul to Kirkuk: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found249 €
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineIraqi Airways
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Kirkuk: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Kirkuk is 249 €. 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.
2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Kirkuk.
Iraqi Airways and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Kirkuk.
As of March 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Kirkuk.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Kirkuk is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Kirkuk Airport on Sunday, 13 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
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 Kirkuk 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kirkuk is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Kirkuk is Turkish Airlines .

Travelling from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base (KIK): what you need to know

  • Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base (KIK). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base is 2 hours 37 minutes.

  • Kirkuk Air Base is located in Kirkuk. The city's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.

  • The busiest route is from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Kirkuk Air Base (KIK), with 7 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to KIK is the 06:35 Turkish Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 13:00 with Iraqi Airways.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to KIK. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

Airports in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Fly without interruptions from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base Airport (KIK) are available from here.

  • You'll find a direct flight from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base Airport with Turkish Airlines. This well-known airline operates services from IST.

  • From central Istanbul, IST is approximately 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.

  • Need a convenient hotel near Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) offers direct flights from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base (KIK).

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour and 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 57 minutes.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to KIK:

Getting from Kirkuk Air Base Airport (KIK) to central Kirkuk

  • From Kirkuk Air Base Airport, Kirkuk is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to reach the centre driving.

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base Airport (KIK)

  • Pick up a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base Airport from 166 € or travel return from just 249 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.

  • You're more likely to score cheap tickets from Istanbul to KIK when you book 9 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares on this route tend to be at their lowest.

  • June is the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices across every month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Istanbul to KIK. You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.

  • Customise your journey with filters. Choose the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' options first.

The best time to fly from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base Airport (KIK)

  • It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Kirkuk. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Kirkuk. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Istanbul to KIK sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 27ºC and 45ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Kirkuk Air Base Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 16ºC on average.

More about Kirkuk

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Azadi park, Mulla Abid Camii and Imam Shafi'i are highlights which should be on any well-planned Kirkuk itinerary.

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