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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madinah to Erbil? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Erbil.R 5,132 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Madinah on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,132, select.
Erbil.R 5,173 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Madinah on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,173, select.
Erbil.R 5,295 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Madinah on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,295, select.
Erbil.R 5,451 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Madinah on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,451, select.
Erbil.R 5,480 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul.One-way flight with Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Madinah on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,480, select.
Erbil.R 5,572 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Madinah on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,572, select.
Erbil.R 5,779 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Madinah on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,779, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Madinah to Erbil

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madinah to Erbil flights are currently cheapest in January.
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Sep
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Direct flights from Madinah to Erbil

Madinah to Erbil: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madinah to Erbil below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Erbil.

Erbil

7km from central Erbil
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from R 5,132
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Kirkuk

79km from central Erbil
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Madinah to Erbil: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,132
Cheapest month to flyJanuary
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineIraqi Airways
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Madinah to Erbil: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madinah to Erbil is R 10,595. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours is the average flight time from Madinah to Erbil.
Iraqi Airways flies direct from Madinah to Erbil.
As of July 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Madinah to Erbil.
The cheapest month to fly from Madinah to Erbil is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madinah Airport to Erbil Airport on Thursday, 2 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Erbil but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Erbil is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, flydubai offers the cheapest flight tickets to Erbil.

Travelling from Madinah Airport (MED) to Erbil Airport (EBL): what you need to know

  • Erbil's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Madinah.

  • To ensure you get on your MED to EBL flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly 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 Madinah Airport to Erbil Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between MED and EBL include:

    • Jeddah Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Ankara Esenboga Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport (MED) to Erbil Airport (EBL)

  • R 5,132 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Madinah Airport to Erbil Airport flight. Return flights start at R 10,595. These prices may change based on demand.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MED to EBL if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport to Erbil Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MED to EBL.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madinah Airport to Erbil Airport.

Handy information about Madinah Airport (MED)

  • Of all flights departing from Madinah Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Madinah Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Madinah. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Madinah Airport to Erbil Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MED:

Arriving at Erbil Airport (EBL)

  • Book a hotel close to EBL if you're on a late Madinah Airport to Erbil Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Grab a Erbil Airport rental car and explore Erbil and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Hertz are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Erbil Airport around two weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Erbil Airport (EBL) to central Erbil

  • From Erbil Airport, Erbil is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting there by public transport takes around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Erbil Airport (EBL)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Madinah Airport to Erbil Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Erbil in March.

  • The warmest month in Erbil is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Madinah Airport to Erbil Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MED to EBL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Iraq

  • Erbil has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Iraq just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres south of Erbil, a trip to Baghdad will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Al-Kadhimiya Mosque, Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet.

  • Mosul is another standout destination in Iraq and is around 80 kilometres west of Erbil. No trip is complete without experiencing Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah).

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