Flying from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
Frankfurt is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport (EBL) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
4 hours 10 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport.
Erbil is 2 hours ahead of Frankfurt. Erbil International Airport is located in Erbil, which operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Erbil International Airport (EBL) is the most popular route. There are 2 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with UR airlines at 12:15. Go for the first FRA to EBL departure operated by UR airlines at 12:15 if you want to get going earlier.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Frankfurt to EBL.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport (EBL) leave from this terminal.
When jetting out of FRA, you can catch a direct flight from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport with UR airlines.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Frankfurt to EBL. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
From central Frankfurt, FRA is approximately 14 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Searching for a handy hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) has direct flights from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport (EBL).
From HHN, direct flights from Frankfurt to EBL can be booked with UR airlines.
Break up your flight from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and EBL are:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
HHN is about 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It takes 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Frankfurt to EBL, chill out in one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
About Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Book a hotel close to EBL if you're catching a late flight from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
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 reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport from R 2,940 or travel return from just R 5,736. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's a good idea to book 7 months before your planned departure. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Frankfurt to EBL within that timeframe.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport if you plan your holiday for April. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Erbil, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before you book a flight from Frankfurt to EBL, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Erbil, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 44ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Erbil
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Erbil:
Sami Abdulrahman Park and Jalil Khayat Mosque are just two of the top attractions to add to your Erbil to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Syriac Heritage Museum.
Complete your Erbil trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Frankfurt to Erbil International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Erbil. Check out the exclusive deals and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.