Cheap Flights to Sulaymaniyah, Iraq

About Sulaymaniyah

Sulaimaniyah is located to the north of Iraq and is bordered by Tasluje Hills and mountain ranges like Goizja, Azmar, Baranan and Qaiwan with more than 1,500,000 of population. The city once has served as capital of Kurdish. It is the birth place of famous poets, Scholars and singers also known as the cultural capital of Kurdistan. The major economy of the city is through agriculture.

Tourist Attractions Sulaymaniyah

As the whole city is surrounded by mountains, you can have awesome city view. This place is perfect for business venues. The cities historical places include Sulaimani Museum which is the second biggest Museum in Iraq and has a wide collection of Persian and Kurdish ancient artefacts, Amna Suraka Museum and Aram Gallery. The popular landmarks are The American University of Iraq, Slemani's Great Mosque, The University of Sulaymaniyah and Azadi Park.

Shopping Dining & Nightlife in Sulaymaniyah

You can’t shop much in Sulaimaniyah as most population of the city depends on the local market place. There are many bazaars, Souqs spread around the city. The City Star Shopping Mall, Zara Shopping Center, Bernardi Clothes shop are few shopping centres in the city.

As Iran is a dry country, and the same reflects in the Sulaimaniyah there is no night life, but you can get a delicious authentic Kurdish dish and Italian food in different parts of the city.

Sulaymaniyah Festivals & Seasons

The Sulaimaniyah city celebrates many religious and cultural festivals annually. Ramadan, Chirstmas, Day of Ashoura, Leilat al Mi’raj, Nowruz, Yalda Festival (Shab e Cheleh), Festival of Fire (ChaharShanbehSoori) are few of the majorly celebrated festivals in the city.

Transportation in Sulaymaniyah

Buses and shared Taxies for short distances are the major transportation options to roam around the city. Both are inexpensive. Buses are majorly served within the city. You can hire a taxi to go around to the nearby places of the city.

Popular Sports in Sulaiymaniyah

The city is famous for many sports. Most of the youth play Polo, Football, Basketball, Boxing, and Swimming. The city is the base for the football sports club; they recently played Iraqi Premier League.

Weather in Sulaymaniyah

Sulaimaniyah has the hottest desert climate with temperature variation from 5°C to 45°C and is rarely below 0°C or above 47°C. It experiences summers between May to September and winter in between November to February.

It is recommended to plan your visit during the winter season (April to June or September to November).

Sulaymaniyah Airport Information & Location

Sulaimaniyah International Airport (IATA: ISU, ICAO: ORSU) is one of the popular airports in Kurdistan and serves both cargo and passenger flights. It handles approximately 1.5 million travellers every year. The airport is operated by 3 terminals for both arrivals and departures and one VIP terminal. The airport is located to the west of Sulaimaniyah and is 15 km away from the city.

Local Transportation To & From Sulaimaniyah Airport

Local Taxies and buses are major transport options to reach the Airport and City.

Airport Facilities

The airport is having good number of facilities. Banks, Post Office, Immigration desks, check out Desks, Information desk, Waiting hall, X-Ray machines, Restaurants, Cafes, Baggage Belts, Mosque, duty-free shopping.

Hotels near Sulaymaniyah International Airport

There are many hotels around the airport. Mihrako Hotel, Ashti Hotel, Abu- Sana Hotel are best rated.

Airport Enquiries

Enquiries can be made at # +964 53 3173322

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Sulaimaniyah International Airport Address
P.O. Box 78, Raparin, Sulaymaniyah 46001,
Iraq - Ph: +964 53 3173322