Travelling from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport (EBL): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport (EBL). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
Erbil is ten hours ahead of Los Angeles. 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 travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Los Angeles to EBL.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to EBL leaving from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LAX arrive on schedule 81.05% of the time.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Los Angeles to EBL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near EBL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Erbil International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and explore beyond Erbil's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
R 6,809 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport. A return flight starts at R 15,541. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Los Angeles to EBL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport ticket.
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Save on your flight from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport (EBL), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Erbil based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Los Angeles to EBL plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Erbil, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Erbil
Start your Erbil trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Erbil International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Erbil trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include Mamounia Skybar, Jalil Khayat Mosque and ERBIL Lifestyle.
Explore more of Iraq
Tozkhurmato is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be explored after you've seen Erbil. Around 161 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Hassan Pasha Mosque, جامع الوهاب - The Wahab Mosque and Anfal Park.
If you want to check out another side of Iraq, consider Al Miqdādīyah, about 274 kilometres south of Erbil. A mosque and the Shiite shrine Muqdadiyah, جامع نازندة خاتون and الجزرة الوسطية are highlights.
