Flying from Dubai to Erbil International Airport (EBL): What you need to know
Dubai is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Dubai to Erbil International Airport (EBL) heading out from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
The average length of a direct Dubai to Erbil International Airport flight is 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Erbil is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Dubai. Erbil International Airport is located in Erbil.
Take your pick of 9 direct flights every week between Dubai Airport (DXB) and Erbil International Airport (EBL). This is the most popular route, with Iraqi Airways offering a 12:30pm departure from DXB to EBL.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Dubai to EBL.
High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Get there in one go from Dubai Airport (DXB). Direct flights from Dubai to Erbil International Airport (EBL) can be booked from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Dubai to Erbil International Airport with flydubai. This popular carrier offers services from DXB.
The most frequently booked airline between DXB and EBL is flydubai.
flydubai ranks highest for on-time performance. An impressive 85.25% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Erbil International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near Dubai Airport:
74.31% of flights that leave from Dubai Airport land at their destination on time.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from Dubai to Erbil International Airport. Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) is a great option between Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport and EBL.
You can get to DWC from the centre of Dubai in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Dubai to EBL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 56.64%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
About Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Reserve a hotel near EBL if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Erbil International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Erbil International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and explore beyond Erbil's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dubai to Erbil International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
₹ 15,585 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Erbil International Airport. A return flight starts from ₹ 33,552. These prices can change depending on demand.
To snag cheap flights from Dubai to EBL, book your flight ticket one month before your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Dubai to Erbil International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Dubai to Erbil International Airport (EBL). July is the most popular month to visit Erbil. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in April.
Lock in a Dubai to EBL flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Erbil to range from 24ºC to 44ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dubai to Erbil International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC and 14ºC.
More about Erbil
After booking your flight from Dubai to Erbil International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Erbil:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Mamounia Skybar, Jalil Khayat Mosque and ERBIL Lifestyle are top sights which should be on every Erbil itinerary.
Explore more of Iraq
You've done Erbil, now it's time to discover other corners of Iraq. Journey around 161 kilometres south to Tozkhurmato to check off its must-visit sights. From Hassan Pasha Mosque to جامع الوهاب - The Wahab Mosque and Anfal Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Iraq, head for Al Miqdādīyah, roughly 274 kilometres south of Erbil. A mosque and the Shiite shrine Muqdadiyah, جامع نازندة خاتون and الجزرة الوسطية are among its highlights.
