Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Basra International Airport (BSR): what you need to know
A direct flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport takes on average 3 hours 15 minutes. Basra's timezone is UTC+3 — the same as Istanbul.
Every week, there are 2 flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport. To be on board as early as possible, take the 00:55 Pegasus flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from SAW to BSR is 23:55 with Pegasus.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pegasus has direct flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to tick off the sights in Basra — plus maybe even more of Iraq if you have time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SAW and BSR include:
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Iraq, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SAW to BSR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Basra International Airport (BSR)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport is R 2,045. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,154. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SAW to BSR.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SAW to BSR. There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price.
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Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Travelling from central Istanbul to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SAW? If you're boarding an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Basra International Airport (BSR)
Get off your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport and jump into your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a convenient option a quick drive from BSR, consider Basrah International Airport Hotel.
Getting from Basra International Airport (BSR) to central Basra
Basra International Airport to the centre of Basra is about 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
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 ideal time to visit Basra based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Basra International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Basra during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 31ºC and 49ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAW to BSR in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 21ºC then.
More about Basra
As soon as you've booked your flight from SAW to BSR, finding the perfect stay in Basra will be top of your list. Villa Hotel Basra is an excellent option.
Shatt Al-Arab zoo and نصب امجاد البصرة are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Basra to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at حسينية الشهيد النقيب الطيار سيد حيدر الجابري.
Complete your Basra trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Basra International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Basra.