Travelling from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Basra International Airport (BSR): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Erbil International Airport to Basra International Airport.
Basra's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Erbil.
Flights from EBL to BSR start at 00:45 — the first with Iraqi Airways. The latest departure is at 22:30 with Iraqi Airways. In total, there are nine weekly Erbil International Airport to Basra International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your EBL to BSR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Flying into Basra (and then exploring more of Iraq!) is a cinch with Iraqi Airways. This popular carrier has direct flights from Erbil International Airport to Basra International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Iraqi Airways on this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Erbil International Airport to Basra International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EBL and BSR:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Basra International Airport (BSR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Erbil International Airport to Basra International Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,004. A return ticket is currently ر.ق. 4,573. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EBL to BSR.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Erbil International Airport to Basra International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Erbil International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from EBL arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.68% of the time.
To get to Erbil International Airport from central Erbil, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to EBL? If you're boarding an early flight from Erbil International Airport to Basra International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Basra International Airport (BSR)
Consider staying at Basrah International Airport Hotel after touching down from your Erbil International Airport to Basra International Airport flight. It's a quick drive from BSR and a comfy option if you want to freshen up right away.
Getting from Basra International Airport (BSR) to central Basra
From Basra International Airport, Basra is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Basra International Airport (BSR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Erbil International Airport to Basra International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Basra in April.
Before locking in your flight from Erbil International Airport to Basra International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Basra, with the temperature ranging from 31ºC to 49ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from EBL to BSR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 21ºC on average.
Explore more of Iraq
You've seen Basra, now it's time to explore more of Iraq. Journey about 451 kilometres north-west to Baghdad to tick off its leading attractions. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Najaf is another essential stop in Iraq and is around 370 kilometres north-west of Basra. No journey is complete without experiencing Al Sahlah Great Mosque, Great Mosque of Kufa and Najaf Amusements Park.