Flying from Erbil Airport (EBL) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Erbil.
Each week, there are three Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 03:45 Aegean Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 05:15 with Aegean Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your EBL to ATH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Aegean Airlines is your gateway to exploring Athens (and perhaps some other great corners of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Aegean Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating EBL to ATH flights. A dependable 82.61% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EBL and ATH:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Cairo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil Airport (EBL) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport flight is 97 €. A round-trip fare is currently 192 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from EBL to ATH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Erbil Airport (EBL)
Erbil Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from EBL arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
To get to Erbil Airport from central Erbil, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to EBL? If you're boarding an early flight from Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
If you're landing on a late Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near ATH:
Grab a Athens International Airport rental car and explore Athens and beyond with your own wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Athens International Airport around three weeks in advance.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The quietest month for a flight from Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Athens based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Athens is July, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from EBL to ATH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Thessaloniki is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are key reasons to visit.
