On this page, you can find and book flights from Tehran to Sulaymaniyah. Please note that this 535 km route involves a connection (most often through Istanbul), as direct flights between these cities are currently unavailable.
For easier planning, check out the information on how to get to the airport for your departure and how to get from the airport to the center of Sulaymaniyah. This page features the latest offers from carriers along with tools to track price dynamics.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Tehran — Sulaymaniyah by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Tehran → Sulaymaniyah, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $982 | medium | May | $1,133 | high | Sep | $1,133 | high |
| Feb | $932 | low | Jun | $907 | low | Oct | $1,159 | high |
| Mar | $1,108 | high | Jul | $882 | low | Nov | $1,058 | medium |
| Apr | $1,159 | high | Aug | $907 | low | Dec | $1,008 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Sulaymaniyah is characterized by hot summers and cool winters. The peak of the heat occurs in July and August, when maximum temperatures reach 38.8°C and there is almost no rainfall. The coldest and rainiest month is January, with minimum values around -0.6°C.
Flight costs from Tehran depend on seasonal demand and the chosen route via transit hubs. Since exact fares change daily, we recommend using the price graph on this page to identify the most cost-effective month for booking.
The optimal time to visit is considered to be April and May, when temperatures fluctuate within comfortable limits from 21.6°C to 26.8°C. Avoid traveling in the height of summer if you find it difficult to tolerate extremely high temperatures exceeding 38 degrees.
Mainly Turkish carriers, such as Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines, operate on the route from Tehran to Sulaymaniyah. There are no direct flights between these cities, so all flights include a connection at Istanbul airports. Below is a detailed list of airlines with information on flight frequency and schedule options to help you choose the optimal travel time.
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Find ticketsFlights Tehran — Sulaymaniyah depart from Mehrabad International Airport and Imam Khomeini International Airport and arrive at Sulaimaniyah International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
No, there is no direct air service on this route. All flights are connecting, with Istanbul being the most popular transit point.
The main carriers are Turkish Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. They offer regular connecting flights via Turkish airports.
The total travel time depends on the duration of the connection in Istanbul. The distance between the cities is 535 km, but including the connection, the journey can take anywhere from a few hours to a full day.
Flights from Tehran arrive at Sulaymaniyah International Airport (ISU).
To get the best price, it is recommended to book tickets in advance and monitor updates in the low price calendar on this page.
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