Cheap Flights from Athens International (ATH) to Erbil (EBL)

Travelling from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know

• Erbil's timezone is UTC+3, making Erbil one hour ahead of Athens.

• For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your ATH to EBL flight.

• During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

• Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Erbil International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between ATH and EBL:

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

  • Cairo International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)

• The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight is £93. A round-trip fare is currently £181. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

• Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATH to EBL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

• Finding cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Erbil International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.

• You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from ATH to EBL.

• Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Erbil International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

• Of the flights that depart from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% land on schedule at their destination.

• Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is approximately 25 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

• The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.

• Taking an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Erbil International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near ATH:

  • Sofitel Athens Airport

  • Olympia's Apartments

  • 1 Athens Airport House

Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)

• Book a hotel near EBL if you're catching a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Divan Erbil Hotel

  • Grand Palace Hotel Erbil

  • La Roche Hotel

• Travel at your own speed with an Erbil International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and discover more of Erbil and beyond.

• Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Erbil International Airport about two weeks before your trip.

Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil

• From Erbil International Airport, Erbil is approximately 7 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)

• The quietest month for a flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Erbil International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Erbil based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

• The warmest month in Erbil is July, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Erbil International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

• Look for cheap tickets from ATH to EBL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Iraq

• You've done Erbil, now it's time to explore other corners of Iraq. Journey about 200 miles south to Baghdad to check off its popular sights. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

• Around 50 miles west of Erbil, Mosul is another essential stop in Iraq. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.