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Istanbul.249 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Kirkuk.Price includes taxes and charges.From 249 €, select.
Istanbul.249 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Wed, 21 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Kirkuk.Price includes taxes and charges.From 249 €, select.
Istanbul.266 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jul, returning Sun, 13 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Kirkuk.Price includes taxes and charges.From 266 €, select.
Istanbul.267 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Kirkuk.Price includes taxes and charges.From 267 €, select.
Istanbul.334 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Kirkuk.Price includes taxes and charges.From 334 €, select.
Istanbul.338 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 27 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Kirkuk.Price includes taxes and charges.From 338 €, select.
Istanbul.399 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Kirkuk on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Kirkuk.Price includes taxes and charges.From 399 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kirkuk to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Direct flights from Kirkuk to Istanbul

Kirkuk to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Kirkuk to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found249 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineIraqi Airways
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Kirkuk to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kirkuk to Istanbul 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 50 minutes is the average flight time from Kirkuk to Istanbul.
Iraqi Airways and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Kirkuk to Istanbul.
As of May 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Kirkuk to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Kirkuk to Istanbul is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kirkuk Airport to Istanbul Airport on Wednesday, 21 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 50 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

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

  • Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kirkuk Air Base Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • Kirkuk and Istanbul are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Each week, there are seven Kirkuk Air Base Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. If you want to get going early, go for the 10:05 Turkish Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 16:40 with Iraqi Airways.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your KIK to IST flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Iraqi Airways is your gateway to discovering Istanbul (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Check out the direct flights from Kirkuk Air Base Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this airline.

  • Iraqi Airways is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

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

  • 157 € is currently the best price for a one-way Kirkuk Air Base Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. A return flight starts from 249 €. These prices may change based on availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from KIK to IST, book your journey six months before your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Kirkuk Air Base Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from KIK to IST couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kirkuk Air Base Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Kirkuk Air Base Airport (KIK)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Kirkuk Air Base Airport, data shows 75.0% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Kirkuk to Kirkuk Air Base Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Reserve a hotel close to IST if you're on a late Kirkuk Air Base Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, book your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kirkuk Air Base Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Kirkuk Air Base Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KIK to IST sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) you'll want to see. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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