Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Erbil Airport (EBL): what you need to know
Erbil is three hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Your LHR to EBL flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Erbil Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between LHR and EBL:
Istanbul Airport
Vienna Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Erbil Airport (EBL)
Currently, 199 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Erbil Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 322 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LHR to EBL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Erbil Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Erbil Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Erbil Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Erbil Airport (EBL)
Book a hotel close to EBL if you're catching a late London Heathrow Airport to Erbil Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Erbil Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and discover more of Erbil and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Erbil Airport around two weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Erbil Airport (EBL)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Erbil Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Erbil based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Erbil Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Erbil, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to EBL in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
You've done Erbil, now it's time to explore more of Iraq. Journey about 322 kilometres south to Baghdad to tick off its leading sights. From Al-Kadhimiya Mosque to Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 80 kilometres west of Erbil, Mosul is another favourite stop in Iraq. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah).