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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Erbil to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Erbil to Athens International

Erbil to Athens International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Erbil to Athens below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Athens International.

Erbil to Athens: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 413
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time2 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Erbil to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Erbil to Athens International is ر.ق.‏ 869. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Erbil to Athens International.
Aegean Airlines flies direct from Erbil to Athens International.
As of May 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Erbil to Athens International.
The cheapest month to fly from Erbil to Athens International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Erbil Airport to Athens International Airport on Sunday, 12 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 57 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

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

  • Athens's timezone is UTC+2, making Athens one hour behind Erbil.

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

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Erbil International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EBL and ATH:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Cairo International Airport

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

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

  • Currently, ر.ق.‏ 413 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Erbil International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق.‏ 869. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from EBL to ATH, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Erbil International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from EBL to ATH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Erbil International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport.

Handy information about Erbil International Airport (EBL)

  • Erbil International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80.68% of flights that depart EBL arrive at their destination without delay.

  • Erbil International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Erbil. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near EBL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Erbil International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to ATH if you have a late Erbil International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Grab an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport rental car and discover Athens and beyond with your own set of wheels. Centauro, Green Motion and Surprice are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

  • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to the centre of Athens has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour.

When to fly to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Erbil International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Athens in January.

  • Lock in your flight from Erbil International Airport to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport for July if you want to visit Athens during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 37ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from EBL to ATH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 14ºC on average.

Explore more of Greece

  • Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Arch of Galerius, Aristotelous Square and Museum of Byzantine Culture.

  • If you want to check out another corner of Greece, consider Larisa, about 209 kilometres north-west of Athens. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among the biggest draws.

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