Direct (nonstop) flights from Ankara to Erbil

2 airlines fly nonstop from Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB) to Erbil Intl (EBL). It's 654 miles (1,052 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Pegasus, AJet.

ESB
Ankara Esenboğa Airport
🇹🇷 Ankara, Turkiye
EBL
Erbil Intl
🇮🇶 Erbil, Iraq
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
654 mi
1,052 km
CO₂/pax
121 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Pegasus +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Pegasus Pegasus AJet AJet

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Pegasus PC Pegasus
Route
ESB → EBL
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
654 mi
AJet VF AJet
Route
ESB → EBL
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
654 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Ankara to Erbil with one stop · direct emits 121 kg CO₂ per passenger

ESB COV (Mersin) EBL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (249 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (496 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 163 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → COV
1h 10m · 249 mi
View ESB to COV flights →
Leg 2
COV → EBL
1h 35m · 496 mi
View COV to EBL flights →
ESB DAM (Damascus) EBL
Leg 1: 1h 40m (501 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (465 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+69% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → DAM
1h 40m · 501 mi
View ESB to DAM flights →
Leg 2
DAM → EBL
1h 30m · 465 mi
View DAM to EBL flights →
ESB BEY (Beirut) EBL
Leg 1: 1h 30m (455 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (508 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → BEY
1h 30m · 455 mi
View ESB to BEY flights →
Leg 2
BEY → EBL
1h 45m · 508 mi
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ESB BGW (Baghdad) EBL
Leg 1: 2h 20m (782 mi) Leg 2: 1h (206 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 208 kg CO₂ (+72% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → BGW
2h 20m · 782 mi
View ESB to BGW flights →
Leg 2
BGW → EBL
1h · 206 mi
View BGW to EBL flights →
ESB AYT (Antalya) EBL
Leg 1: 1h 10m (251 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (733 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 207 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ESB → AYT
1h 10m · 251 mi
View ESB to AYT flights →
Leg 2
AYT → EBL
2h 15m · 733 mi
View AYT to EBL flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Ankara to Erbil?

A nonstop flight from Ankara (ESB) to Erbil (EBL) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 654 miles (1,052 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Ankara to Erbil?

2 airlines: Pegasus, AJet.

Is there a nonstop flight from Ankara to Erbil?

Yes. 2 airlines: Pegasus, AJet.

How far is Ankara from Erbil?

The flight distance from Ankara to Erbil is 654 miles (1,052 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Ankara to Erbil?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Turkiye to Iraq?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Iraq embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Ankara to Erbil?

Roughly 121 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 605 km.

Is the return flight from Erbil to Ankara also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ankara to Erbil?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Ankara Esenboğa Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.