Traveling from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Dubai: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Erbil International Airport to Dubai and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 44 minutes.
Dubai is 1 hour ahead of Erbil, where Erbil International Airport is located. Dubai operates on the UTC+4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Take your pick of 13 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from EBL to DXB is the 08:00 Iraqi Airways service. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 21:05 with flydubai.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from EBL to Dubai. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Dubai are available for booking. Dubai Airport (DXB) will be your arrival point.
Get on board with flydubai. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Erbil International Airport to Dubai.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing flights from EBL to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Trabzon Airport (TZX)
To travel to United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you will need an e-visa if you hold a passport from Iraq. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and length of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Erbil International Airport to Dubai.
Central Erbil to EBL is approximately 11 kilometers. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 22 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near EBL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Erbil International Airport to Dubai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Dubai
$215 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Erbil International Airport to Dubai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $480. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap tickets from EBL to Dubai by booking at least 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Erbil International Airport to Dubai. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 14 kilometers. It'll take you around 16 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you around 49 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to DXB if you have a late flight from Erbil International Airport to Dubai. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The center of Dubai is around 56 kilometers from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). As soon as your flight from Erbil International Airport to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 45 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
After your flight from EBL to Dubai, unwind at a hotel near DWC. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month for flights from Erbil International Airport to Dubai. To escape the crowds, head to Dubai in April when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Erbil International Airport to Dubai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap flights from EBL to Dubai sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
After locking in your flight from Erbil International Airport to Dubai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are popular attractions which should be on any good Dubai itinerary.
Complete your Dubai trip with a car rental
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