Travelling from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport (EBL). Check out your options for departing Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Erbil International Airport is located in Erbil. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 7 hours ahead of Washington DC.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Washington DC to EBL. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Fourth of July, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
DCA is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport, browse these options when departing from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It takes 51 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 3 hours and 26 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your flight from Washington DC to EBL:
About Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EBL instead:
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
Erbil International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Erbil. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 22 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport is ر.ق. 1,707. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 3,130. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Washington DC to EBL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when prices fall. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Washington DC to EBL.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Erbil. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Before you book a flight from Washington DC to EBL, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Erbil, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 44ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 14ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport.
More about Erbil
Start your Erbil trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
One of the best ways to experience Erbil is to check out its most popular sights. Essential stops include Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.
Complete your Erbil trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Washington DC to Erbil International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Erbil. Browse the exclusive deals and instantly compare options on price, fuel policies, and more.
