Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU): what you need to know
Sulaymaniyah's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your IST to ISU flight.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between IST and ISU include:
Queen Alia International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport flight is $226. A return fare is currently $374. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from IST to ISU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from IST to ISU is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to IST:
Arriving at Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
After your Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport flight has touched down, kick back at a nearby hotel. Grand Millennium Sulaimani is a great option within easy reach of ISU.
Venture beyond Sulaymaniyah and discover places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can grab a Sulaimaniyah International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your ride from Sulaimaniyah International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU) to central Sulaymaniyah
From Sulaimaniyah International Airport, Sulaymaniyah is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Sulaymaniyah based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport for July if you want to go to Sulaymaniyah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to ISU around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
Sulaymaniyah is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Iraq just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres south of Sulaymaniyah, a trip to Baghdad will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
If you want to check out another major stop in Iraq, head for Mosul, roughly 225 kilometres north-west of Sulaymaniyah. Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city are highlights.
