Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
The timezone in Erbil is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your EDI to EBL flight.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Erbil International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between EDI and EBL include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Erbil International Airport flight is ₹ 19,768. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ₹ 38,345. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EDI to EBL if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Edinburgh Airport to Erbil International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Landing cheap flights from EDI to EBL is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Erbil International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Erbil International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near EDI:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
If you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Erbil International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near EBL:
Travel at your own pace with an Erbil International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and see more of Erbil and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Erbil International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
Erbil International Airport to the centre of Erbil has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Erbil International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Erbil based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Erbil is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Erbil International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from EDI to EBL sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be explored after you've experienced Erbil. Around 322 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
Around 80 kilometres west of Erbil, Mosul is another favourite stop in Iraq. Experience major highlights starting with Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
