Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Erbil Airport (EBL): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Erbil Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
Erbil's timezone is UTC+3, making Erbil one hour ahead of Athens.
Flights from ATH to EBL start from 00:15 — the first with Aegean Airlines. The latest departure is at 00:55 with Aegean Airlines. Overall, you can choose from three weekly Athens International Airport to Erbil Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your ATH to EBL flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Aegean Airlines is your ticket to exploring Erbil (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Iraq!). Check out the direct flights from Athens International Airport to Erbil Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Aegean Airlines.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ATH to EBL flights.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Athens International Airport to Erbil Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATH and EBL:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Cairo Airport
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Athens International Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Athens International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Athens. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Athens International Airport to Erbil Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to ATH:
Arriving at Erbil Airport (EBL)
Reserve a hotel near EBL if you're taking a late Athens International Airport to Erbil Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Erbil Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and explore beyond Erbil's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Erbil Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Erbil Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
From Erbil Airport, Erbil is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Erbil Airport (EBL)
The quietest month for a flight from Athens International Airport to Erbil Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Erbil based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Athens International 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).
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to EBL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is just one of the many cities in Iraq waiting to be explored after you've seen Erbil. Around 322 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Al-Kadhimiya Mosque, Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet.
If you want to check out another major destination in Iraq, head for Mosul, about 80 kilometres west of Erbil. Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah) are key highlights.
