Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Erbil Airport (EBL): what you need to know
Erbil is 11 hours ahead of Los Angeles and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to EBL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Erbil Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LAX and EBL include:
Istanbul Airport
Jeddah Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Erbil Airport (EBL)
R 8,810 is the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Erbil Airport flight. Return flights start from R 17,205. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LAX to EBL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Erbil Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LAX to EBL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Erbil Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from LAX land on time.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Erbil Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Erbil Airport (EBL)
If you're coming in on a late Los Angeles International Airport to Erbil Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near EBL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Erbil Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and discover more of Erbil and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Erbil Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Erbil Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
Erbil Airport to the centre of Erbil has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Erbil Airport (EBL)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Erbil Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Erbil based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Erbil is July, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Erbil Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to EBL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Erbil. Around 322 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Al-Kadhimiya Mosque, Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet.
Mosul is another essential stop in Iraq and is around 80 kilometres west of Erbil. No journey is complete without a visit to Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah).