The flight distance from Erbil International Airport (EBL) in Arbil, Iraq to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 1,430 kilometers (889 miles / 772 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Iraq with Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:51 in Arbil, it's 17:51 in Istanbul.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,016 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Erbil International Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Arbil (EBL) follows a heading of 108° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Erbil International Airport (EBL) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.