Non-stop flights to Basra (BSR)
Basrah International Airport is a small airport in Iraq. It is an international airport. In total there are 6 airports around the world that have direct flights to Basra, spread around 4 cities in 4 countries. Currently, there are no domestic flights to Basra.
Basra is mainly known for sightseeing & culture.
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All direct flights to Basra Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Basra Best time to visit Basra Business Class flights First Class flights International flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 49 flights arriving at Basra Airport, which are 14 flights per week or 2 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Basra are routes from Dubai (DXB) in United Arab Emirates and Dubai (Sharjah) (SHJ), also in United Arab Emirates. These two routes together are operated 36 times this month, and make up for 73% of all monthly arrivals at Basrah International Airport.
The longest flight to Basra BSR is departing from Istanbul (IST). This non-stop flight takes around 3 hours and 35 minutes and covers a distance of 1,286 miles (2,070 km).
List of all direct flights to Basra
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Basra, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Basra.
Airlines flying to Basra
Currently, there are 7 airlines that fly to Basra. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all BSR flights:
What is the best time to visit Basra?
🏜️ Desert
Desert destinations like Basra are known for their hot days, with temperatures frequently exceeding 40°C (104°F), but cooler nights. With very little rainfall, these locations are famous for their extreme weather, breathtaking scenery, and the cultural heritage of their inhabitants. Despite the harsh living conditions, they provide a remarkable mix of adventure, calmness, and stunning landscapes, making them wonderful places to explore.
Basra is a wonderful destination to explore throughout the year, but it's advisable to avoid the summer months due to the intense heat. For a more enjoyable visit, plan your trip between September and May.

Business class flights to Basra
There are 4 airports that have flights to Basra in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights to BSR are listed below:
First class flights to Basra
There is only one airport that has First Class flights to Basra, which is Dubai (DXB).
International flights to Basra
Flights from Jordan to Basra
Amman is the only city in Jordan with direct flights to Basra. From Amman, direct flights are offered by Royal Jordanian (Oneworld).
All flights from Jordan
Flights from Qatar to Basra
In Qatar, the only airport that has a direct connection to Basra is Doha. From Doha, direct flights are offered by Qatar Airways (Oneworld). This route is not operational yet but will start in June.
All flights from Qatar
Flights from Turkey to Basra
There are 2 airports in Turkey that have non-stop flights to Basra.
From Istanbul, direct flights are offered by Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance). This route is not operational yet but will start in July.
From Istanbul (Sabiha), the only airline with direct flights is Pegasus. This route is not operational yet but will start in June.
All flights from Turkey
Flights from United Arab Emirates to Basra
If you are looking for a direct flight from United Arab Emirates to Basra, there are 2 airports to choose from.
From Dubai, you can fly non-stop with Emirates or Flydubai.
From Dubai (Sharjah), the only airline with direct flights is Air Arabia.
All flights from United Arab Emirates
Alternative airports near Basra
Flying to an alternative airport near Basra could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. For this reason, alternative airports near to Basra (BSR) are listed below. The closest alternative airports are Abadan (ABD) and Ahwaz (AWZ).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Basra?
There are 2 airports in Basra: Basrah International Airport (BSR) and Abadan Airport (ABD).
What is the best airport to fly into Basra?
The most convenient airport to fly into Basra is Basrah International Airport (BSR).
How many airlines fly to Basra?
There are 7 airlines flying to Basra from 6 airports around the world, as of May 2026.
Which airlines fly to Basra?
Flydubai, Turkish Airlines and Air Arabia operate most flights to Basra. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying to Basra?
Oneworld and Star Alliance are currently the only two alliances that operate flights to Basra.
How many nonstop flights are there to Basra?
There are roughly 49 flights arriving at Basra every month (or 14 flights each week), from a total of 6 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Basra Airport?
The official name of Basra Airport is Basrah International Airport.
What is the airport code of Basra Airport?
The airport code of Basra Airport is BSR.
What are the most popular flights to Basra?
Dubai, Dubai (Sharjah) and Amman are the 3 most popular routes to Basra. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Basra, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Basra?
| Dubai to Basra | 1h 50m |
| Dubai (Sharjah) to Basra | 3h 50m |
| Amman to Basra | 2h 10m |
| Doha to Basra | 1h 30m |
| Istanbul to Basra | 3h 35m |