Flying from Istanbul to Basra International Airport (BSR): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll catch your flight from Istanbul to Basra International Airport (BSR). Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
Book a direct Istanbul to Basra International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 20 minutes.
Basra's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Istanbul. Basra International Airport is located in Basra.
Istanbul Airport (IST) to Basra International Airport (BSR) is the busiest route, with 8 direct services each week. You can get from IST to BSR on Turkish Airlines's 3:30am flight.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Istanbul to BSR.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport (IST) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Basra International Airport (BSR) leave from this terminal.
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Istanbul to Basra International Airport departing from IST.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Turkish Airlines from IST to BSR.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to BSR departing from Istanbul Airport (IST), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
IST is about 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Basra International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Istanbul Airport:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Basra International Airport (BSR) plane ticket out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Decide if leaving from SAW is a better fit for your trip.
Pegasus operates direct flights from Istanbul to BSR departing from SAW. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Pegasus Airlines is the most popular choice for travellers flying from SAW to BSR.
The top on-time carrier is Pegasus Airlines. Its Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport flights arrive without delay 78.57% of the time.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Basra International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and BSR:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to BSR flight? Check in to a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 68%.
About Basra International Airport (BSR)
Hop off your flight from Istanbul to Basra International Airport and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a convenient option a short drive from BSR, unpack your bags at Basrah International Airport Hotel.
Getting from Basra International Airport (BSR) to central Basra
Basra International Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Basra. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Basra International Airport (BSR)
At the moment, RM452 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Basra International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,147. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to BSR. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Istanbul to Basra International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Save on your flight from Istanbul to Basra International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Basra International Airport (BSR)
June is the busiest month for flights from Istanbul to Basra International Airport (BSR). Plan your visit to Basra in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Basra is July, with temperatures ranging between 31ºC (88ºF) and 49ºC (120ºF). Lock in your Istanbul to BSR plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Basra International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Basra
Start your Basra trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Basra International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your Basra trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions worth exploring include Ibn al-Haytham Gardens, Mosque and Holy shrine of Imam Reza and Statue of Badr Shakir al-Sayyab.
Explore more of Iraq
You've done Basra, now it's time to explore other parts of Iraq. Travel about 145 kilometres northwest to Nasiriyah to tick off its must-visit sights. From Nasiriyah Museum to Al-Haboubi Square and Al Mihrab Martyr Mosque, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Time for another stop? Set out for Ash Shaţrah. It's roughly 177 kilometres northwest of Basra and boasts highlights like Haj Khyoun Palace.
