Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Basra International Airport (BSR): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport.
Istanbul and Basra share the same timezone, UTC+3.
Your SAW to BSR flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Pegasus has direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Basra — and maybe even more of Iraq if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Pegasus on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SAW and BSR:
Dubai Airport
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Basra International Airport (BSR)
Currently, $231 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $468. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from SAW to BSR, book your trip six months before your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SAW to BSR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Of all flights leaving Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 76.93% land on time at their destination.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SAW:
Arriving at Basra International Airport (BSR)
After your Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport flight has arrived, kick back and relax at a nearby hotel. Basrah International Airport Hotel is a great option within easy reach of BSR.
Getting from Basra International Airport (BSR) to central Basra
Basra International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Basra. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Basra International Airport (BSR)
The quietest month for a flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Basra based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basra, with the temperature ranging from 31ºC to 49ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SAW to BSR sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
Basra has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iraq waiting to be discovered. About 451 kilometres north-west of Basra, a trip to Baghdad will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
Around 370 kilometres north-west of Basra, Najaf is another essential stop in Iraq. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Al Sahlah Great Mosque, Great Mosque of Kufa and Najaf Amusements Park.
