Flying from Belfast to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Belfast. Explore your options departing from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when booking your flight from Belfast to Erbil International Airport (EBL).
Erbil International Airport is located in Erbil. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 3 hours ahead of Belfast.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Belfast to EBL.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Whether you'd prefer to explore a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Antalya Airport (AYT) is a stop you can make on your flight from Belfast to EBL.
BFS is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Belfast to Erbil International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Belfast International Airport:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
BHD is around 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take you 12 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 22 minutes.
You're going on vacation, so why not spend an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to EBL:
About Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Erbil International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near EBL instead:
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
From Erbil International Airport, Erbil is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
C$333 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Erbil International Airport. Return flights start from C$575. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
We suggest booking as early as possible to get flight tickets from Belfast to EBL. You're more likely to snag a great deal and have a larger selection of departure times and dates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Belfast to Erbil International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Belfast to Erbil International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Belfast to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Belfast to Erbil International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Erbil. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Erbil. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from Belfast to EBL sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 44ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Erbil International Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Erbil
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Erbil right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Belfast to Erbil International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum are major attractions which should be on any good Erbil itinerary.
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