Travelling from Houston to Erbil International Airport (EBL): What you need to know
Erbil is nine hours ahead of Houston. Erbil International Airport is located in Erbil, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Houston to EBL.
Getting away during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Whether you're eager to visit a new city along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Airport (IST) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Houston to EBL.
IAH is around 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
With public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 50 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Houston to EBL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Houston Hobby Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
79% of flights leaving Houston Hobby Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Erbil International Airport (EBL)
If you have a late flight from Houston to Erbil International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near EBL:
For the best deal, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Houston to Erbil International Airport flight.
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
From Erbil International Airport, central Erbil is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
₹ 70,955 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Erbil International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 99,703. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Houston to EBL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Affordable Houston to Erbil International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Erbil. July is when most people book flights from Houston to Erbil International Airport (EBL), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Erbil is July, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 44ºC. Book your Houston to EBL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Erbil International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 14ºC.
More about Erbil
Start your Erbil trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Erbil International Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Jalil Khayat Mosque, Saint George Church and Citadel of Arbil are popular attractions which should be on any good Erbil itinerary.