Travelling from Houston to Erbil International Airport (EBL): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll board your flight from Houston to Erbil International Airport (EBL). George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the two main airports in Houston.
Erbil International Airport is located in Erbil. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Houston.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to EBL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Whether you're eager to visit another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Houston to EBL.
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kms (17 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Erbil International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is about 19 kms (12 miles) from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Houston to EBL flight? Unwind in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
William P. Hobby Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 81.06% of flights taking off from here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Consider booking a hotel near EBL if you have a late flight from Houston to Erbil International Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab an Erbil International Airport rental car and discover Erbil and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Hertz are well-known companies you can book with here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Houston to Erbil International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Erbil International Airport is £575. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £773. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Houston to EBL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
April is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Erbil International Airport (EBL), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Erbil based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Erbil is July, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your Houston to EBL plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Erbil International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Erbil
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Erbil right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Houston to Erbil International Airport:
You'll find loads of things to do in Erbil when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Mamounia Skybar followed by Jalil Khayat Mosque and ERBIL Lifestyle.
Explore more of Iraq
Erbil is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Iraq you'll want to see. Around 161 kms (100 miles) south of Erbil, a trip to Tozkhurmato will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Hassan Pasha Mosque, جامع الوهاب - The Wahab Mosque and Anfal Park.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Iraq, consider Al Miqdādīyah, roughly 274 kms (170 miles) south of Erbil. A mosque and the Shiite shrine Muqdadiyah, جامع نازندة خاتون and الجزرة الوسطية are key highlights.
