Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
The timezone in Erbil is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of Durham.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to EBL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
329 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 2.222 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to EBL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Erbil International Airport.
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Pick your preferred 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 Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Erbil International Airport.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from RDU arrive on schedule 80.09% of the time.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it takes around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Erbil International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Consider booking a hotel near EBL if you have a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with an Erbil International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and discover more of Erbil and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Erbil International Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
Erbil International Airport to central Erbil has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Erbil International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Erbil in April.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Erbil International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Erbil, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to EBL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iraq
You've seen Erbil, now it's time to explore other corners of Iraq. Travel about 322 kilometres south to Baghdad to tick off its top sights. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Iraq, consider Mosul, roughly 80 kilometres west of Erbil. Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city are key reasons to visit.
