Flying from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
Erbil's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Ankara.
Pack your suitcase and choose from five weekly Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your ESB to EBL flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Iraqi Airways is your gateway to exploring Erbil (and maybe even some other great corners of Iraq!). Check out the direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport offered by this airline.
Iraqi Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With a reliable 81.08% of services landing on schedule, Pegasus is the most punctual carrier for ESB to EBL flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ESB and EBL:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight is R 1,690. A return ticket is currently R 3,725. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ESB to EBL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from ESB to EBL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
78.41% of flights that take off from Esenboga International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Ankara to Esenboga International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to ESB:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Consider booking a hotel close to EBL if you're taking a late Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with an Erbil International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and chase adventure across Erbil and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Erbil International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
From Erbil International Airport, Erbil is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The quietest month for a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Erbil based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Erbil is July, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Esenboga International Airport to Erbil International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from ESB to EBL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iraq
Erbil has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Iraq just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres south of Erbil, a visit to Baghdad will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
Around 80 kilometres west of Erbil, Mosul is another essential stop in Iraq. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.