Travelling from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Erbil International Airport is 3 hours.
Erbil is one hour behind Abu Dhabi and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your AUH to EBL flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Erbil (and then exploring more of Iraq!) is a breeze with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. This popular airline has direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Erbil International Airport.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi tops the list for bookings on this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Erbil International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between AUH and EBL:
Hamad International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Currently, R 5,977 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,642. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AUH to EBL.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Erbil International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Erbil International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
When it comes to Abu Dhabi International Airport's on-time performance, 78.54% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Abu Dhabi International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Erbil International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near AUH:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Abu Dhabi International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EBL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Erbil International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Erbil and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Erbil International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
Erbil International Airport to the centre of Erbil has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The quietest month for a flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Erbil International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Erbil based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Erbil is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Erbil International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to EBL in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
You've visited Erbil, now it's time to discover other parts of Iraq. Travel around 322 kilometres south to Baghdad to tick off its leading attractions. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Mosul is another favourite destination in Iraq and is around 80 kilometres west of Erbil. No journey is complete without a visit to Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
