Travelling from Erbil Airport (EBL) to Ercan Airport (ECN): what you need to know
The timezone in Nicosia is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Erbil.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EBL to ECN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Erbil Airport to Ercan Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between EBL and ECN:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Ankara Esenboga Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil Airport (EBL) to Ercan Airport (ECN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Erbil Airport to Ercan Airport flight is 115 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 275 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EBL to ECN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Erbil Airport to Ercan Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from EBL to ECN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Erbil Airport to Ercan Airport.
Handy information about Erbil Airport (EBL)
Erbil Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart EBL land on time.
Erbil Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Erbil. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near EBL? If you're boarding an early flight from Erbil Airport to Ercan Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ercan Airport (ECN)
Get off your Erbil Airport to Ercan Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a convenient option within easy reach of ECN, head for Central 2 Bedroom Flat.
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Ercan Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from gri rent, Nissa Car Rental or Oscar Rent A Car and explore beyond Nicosia's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Ercan Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Ercan Airport (ECN) to central Nicosia
Ercan Airport to the centre of Nicosia has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Ercan Airport (ECN)
May is the busiest month for flights from Erbil Airport to Ercan Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Nicosia in March.
The warmest month in Nicosia is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Erbil Airport to Ercan Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from EBL to ECN in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cyprus
You've done Nicosia, now it's time to explore more of Cyprus. Journey around 64 kilometres south-west to Limassol to tick off its top sights. From Limassol Marina to Adventure Park and Molos Seaside Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Larnaca is another favourite destination in Cyprus and is around 40 kilometres south-east of Nicosia. No trip is complete without a visit to Sunset point, Mackenzie Beach and Larnaca Marina.