Turkish Airlines resumes flights to Sulaymaniyah, Iraq

Türkiye's flag carrier Turkish Airlines has resumed scheduled flights to the Iraqi city of Sulaymaniyah, which it had suspended in April 2023.

According to a statement from the air carrier on Monday, which currently operates flights to Baghdad, Najaf, Erbil, Basra, and Kirkuk in Iraq, has increased the number of destinations in the country to six with the reintroduction of the Sulaymaniyah route.

Ahmet Bolat, chairman of the board of directors and executive committee of Turkish Airlines, said Sulaymaniyah is one of the most important cities in the region with its natural beauty, deep-rooted history, and cultural richness.

Noting that these flights will not only expand the flight network in the region but also contribute to strengthening economic and social ties between the two countries, Bolat said: "We are delighted to welcome our guests back to Sulaymaniyah with our safe, comfortable, and high service standards."

The flights will operate four days a week − every Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday − between Istanbul Airport and Sulaymaniyah International Airport.

The flights will operate daily after March 27, 2026.