Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other in the world relaunched its flights between Istanbul and Sulaymaniyah which were stopped in April 2023. Already possessing a strong network in the country with flights to Baghdad, Basra, Erbil, Kirkuk, and Najaf, flag carrier once again connects Iraq to the world with a total of six gateways. Starting on 2 November 2025, flights between İstanbul Airport and Sulaymaniyah International Airport are going to be operated with four weekly frequencies reciprocally on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays. On 2026 Summer Schedule, flights are set to be increased to daily as of 27 March 2026. On the relaunch of flag carrier’s Sulaymaniyah flights, Turkish Airlines Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee Prof. Ahmet Bolat stated; “We are glad to relaunch our Sulaymaniyah flights, connecting this destination whichmboasts rich cultural and natural heritage to the world with the comfort and hospitality of Turkish Airlines. With this route, we will not only further strengthen our presence in the region but also continue to contribute to the trade and cultural ties between Türkiye and Iraq.”