Non-stop flights from Erbil (EBL)
Erbil Airport (IATA: EBL, ICAO: ORER), also known as Erbil International Airport, is the second largest airport in Iraq.It is an international airport and serves the area of Erbil, Iraq.Erbil Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 31 destinations in 15 countries.
At present, there are 2 domestic flights from Erbil.
The longest flight from Erbil EBL is a 2,387 mile (3,842 km) non-stop route to London Gatwick LGW. This direct flight takes around 5 hours and is operated by UR Airlines.
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In total there are 18 airlines flying from and to Erbil. Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Erbil
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Erbil, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Erbil that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Erbil. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Erbil by flight duration
Discover a variety of destinations from Erbil below, organized by flight duration. This layout allows you to easily identify destinations based on the maximum flight duration you prefer. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!
Where can I fly from Erbil within 2 hours?
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Best time to travel from Erbil
Traveling from Erbil offers you the chance to explore various destinations with diverse climates, including . Keep in mind that the optimal time to visit may vary depending on your chosen location, so check out the information by climate type below.
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations
You can find direct flights from Erbil to 14 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
Erbil currently offers non-stop flights to 10 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
🏜️ Desert destinations
If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Erbil, consider these 6 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.
🌿 🍇 Warm Mediterranean destinations
As of now, there's only one Warm Mediterranean destination that you can reach with a direct flight. Known for their beautiful coastlines and historic sites, these areas are perfect for a visit on one of the many sunny days.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
In the Northern Hemisphere, you can expect lovely and warm temperatures in late spring and summer up to 30°C (86°F), from April to September. Most of the rain falls between October and February.
Business class flights from Erbil
There are 23 airports that have flights from Erbil in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from EBL are listed below:
First class flights from Erbil
There is only one airport that has First Class flights from Erbil, which is Beirut (BEY).
Intercontinental flights from Erbil
There are intercontinental flights operating from Erbil International Airport (EBL) between Erbil and Europe, Africa, the Middle-East and Southern Asia.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Erbil and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Erbil to Europe
FlexFlight and UR Airlines have a significant network of flights from Erbil to Europe.
FlexFlight: year-round to Berlin (BER), seasonal flights to Cologne-Bonn (CGN), year-round flights to Düsseldorf (DUS), Frankfurt (FRA), Hanover (HAJ), Munich (MUC), Stuttgart (STR), Copenhagen (CPH), seasonal flights to London Gatwick (LGW), year-round flights to Rijeka (RJK) and Amsterdam (AMS).
UR Airlines: year-round to Berlin (BER), Cologne-Bonn (CGN), Düsseldorf (DUS), Frankfurt (FRA), Hanover (HAJ), Munich (MUC), Stuttgart (STR), Copenhagen (CPH), seasonal flights to London Gatwick (LGW), year-round flights to Rijeka (RJK) and Amsterdam (AMS).
Eurowings: year-round to Berlin (BER), seasonal flights to Cologne-Bonn (CGN), Düsseldorf (DUS), year-round flights to Hamburg (HAM), seasonal flights to Hanover (HAJ), Nuremberg (NUE) and Stuttgart (STR).
Austrian (Star Alliance): year-round to Vienna (VIE).
Aegean (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Athens (ATH).
Non-stop flights from Erbil to Africa
Egyptair (Star Alliance): year-round to Cairo (CAI).
Iraqi Airways: seasonal flights to Cairo (CAI).
Non-stop flights from Erbil to the Middle-East / Western Asia
FlexFlight: seasonal flights to Beirut (BEY), Istanbul (IST) and Dubai (DXB).
UR Airlines: year-round to Beirut (BEY) and Istanbul (IST).
Iraqi Airways: seasonal flights to Beirut (BEY), Istanbul (IST), Dubai (DXB), Baghdad (BGW), Basra (BSR) and Amman (AMM).
Middle East (SkyTeam): year-round to Beirut (BEY).
AJet: year-round to Ankara (ESB) and Istanbul (Sabiha) (SAW).
Pegasus: seasonal flights to Ankara (ESB), Antalya (AYT) and Istanbul (Sabiha) (SAW).
SunExpress: seasonal flights to Antalya (AYT).
Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance): year-round to Istanbul (IST).
Air Arabia: seasonal flights to Dubai (Sharjah) (SHJ).
Flydubai: seasonal flights to Dubai (DXB).
Royal Jordanian (Oneworld): year-round to Amman (AMM).
Qatar Airways (Oneworld): year-round to Doha (DOH).
Non-stop flights from Erbil to India / South Asia
Mahan Air: seasonal flights to Tehran (IKA).
International flights from Erbil
Flights from Erbil to Austria
Vienna is the only destination in Austria with direct flights from Erbil. Direct flights to Vienna are offered by Austrian (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Erbil to Croatia
In Croatia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Erbil is Rijeka. You can fly non-stop to Rijeka with FlexFlight or UR Airlines.
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Flights from Erbil to Denmark
There is 1 destination in Denmark that has a direct connection from Erbil, which is Copenhagen. You can fly non-stop to Copenhagen with FlexFlight or UR Airlines.
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Flights from Erbil to Egypt
In Egypt, the only destination that has a direct flight from Erbil is Cairo. You can fly non-stop to Cairo with Egyptair (Star Alliance) or Iraqi Airways.
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Flights from Erbil to Germany
In Germany there are several destinations from Erbil (9 in total).
All direct flights from Erbil to Berlin, Cologne-Bonn and Düsseldorf are operated by Eurowings, FlexFlight and UR Airlines.
You can fly non-stop to Frankfurt with FlexFlight or UR Airlines.
Direct flights to Hamburg are offered by Eurowings.
Non-stop flights to Hanover are offered by Eurowings, FlexFlight and UR Airlines.
You can fly non-stop to Munich with FlexFlight or UR Airlines.
The only airline with direct flights to Nuremberg is Eurowings. This is a seasonal route that starts in March and ends in April.
Non-stop flights to Stuttgart are offered by Eurowings, FlexFlight and UR Airlines.
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Flights from Erbil to Greece
Athens is the only destination in Greece with direct flights from Erbil. Direct flights to Athens are offered by Aegean (Star Alliance). This route is not operational yet but will start in April.
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Flights from Erbil to Iran
There is 1 destination in Iran that has a direct connection from Erbil, which is Tehran. Direct flights to Tehran are offered by Mahan Air. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in March 2026.
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Flights from Erbil to Jordan
Amman is the only destination in Jordan with direct flights from Erbil. You can fly non-stop to Amman with Iraqi Airways or Royal Jordanian (Oneworld).
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Flights from Erbil to Lebanon
In Lebanon, the only destination that has a direct flight from Erbil is Beirut. From Erbil to Beirut there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are FlexFlight, Iraqi Airways, Middle East (SkyTeam) and UR Airlines.
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Flights from Erbil to Netherlands
There is 1 destination in Netherlands that has a direct connection from Erbil, which is Amsterdam. You can fly non-stop to Amsterdam with FlexFlight or UR Airlines.
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Flights from Erbil to Qatar
In Qatar, the only destination that has a direct flight from Erbil is Doha. Direct flights to Doha are offered by Qatar Airways (Oneworld).
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Flights from Erbil to Syria
There are 2 destinations in Syria that have non-stop flights from Erbil.
To Aleppo and Damascus, you can fly with Fly Cham.
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Flights from Erbil to Turkey
If you are looking for a direct flight from Erbil to Turkey, there are 5 destinations to choose from.
You can fly non-stop to Ankara with AJet or Pegasus.
You can fly non-stop to Antalya with Pegasus or SunExpress. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Erbil to Cukurova with Pegasus. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
From Erbil to Istanbul there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are FlexFlight, Iraqi Airways, Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance) and UR Airlines.
You can fly non-stop to Istanbul (Sabiha) with AJet or Pegasus.
All flights to Turkey
Flights from Erbil to United Arab Emirates
In United Arab Emirates, there are 2 destinations from Erbil.
Non-stop flights to Dubai are offered by FlexFlight, Flydubai and Iraqi Airways.
The only airline with direct flights to Dubai (Sharjah) is Air Arabia. This route is not operational yet but will start in April.
All flights to United Arab Emirates
Flights from Erbil to United Kingdom
London Gatwick is the only destination in United Kingdom with direct flights from Erbil. You can fly non-stop to London Gatwick with FlexFlight or UR Airlines.
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Domestic flights from Erbil
Flights from Erbil to Iraq
There are 2 airports in Iraq that have non-stop domestic flights from Erbil.
To Baghdad and Basra, you can fly with Iraqi Airways.
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Alternative airports near Erbil
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Erbil (EBL). The nearest airports to Erbil (EBL) are Mosul (OSM) and Kirkuk (KIK).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Erbil?
There are 2 airports in Erbil: Erbil International Airport (EBL) and Mosul International Airport (OSM).
What is the best airport to fly from Erbil?
The most convenient airport to fly from Erbil is Erbil International Airport (EBL).
How many airlines fly from Erbil?
There are 18 airlines flying from Erbil to 31 airports around the world, as of March 2026.
Which airlines fly from Erbil?
FlexFlight, UR Airlines and Iraqi Airways operate most flights from Erbil. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Erbil?
Star Alliance, Oneworld and SkyTeam are all flying from Erbil.
How many nonstop flights are there from Erbil?
There are roughly 308 flights departing from Erbil every month (or 70 flights each week), to a total of 31 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Erbil Airport?
The official name of Erbil Airport is Erbil International Airport.
What is the airport code of Erbil Airport?
The airport code of Erbil Airport is EBL.
What are the most popular flights from Erbil?
Istanbul, Amman and Baghdad are the 3 most popular routes from Erbil. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Erbil, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Erbil?
| Erbil to Istanbul | 2h 45m |
| Erbil to Amman | 2h |
| Erbil to Baghdad | 1h |
| Erbil to Düsseldorf | 5h 5m |
| Erbil to Istanbul (Sabiha) | 2h 35m |
