Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
The timezone in Erbil is UTC+3, which is eight hours behind Sydney.
Your SYD to EBL flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to visit a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Erbil International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a sought-after stop between SYD and EBL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Right now, $833 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,639. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to EBL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Erbil International Airport.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights that depart Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near SYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Erbil International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
If you're coming in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Erbil International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near EBL:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Erbil International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and explore beyond Erbil's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Erbil International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
Erbil International Airport to central Erbil has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Erbil International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Erbil in April.
When booking your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Erbil International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Erbil, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to EBL in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is just one of the many cities in Iraq waiting to be explored once you've seen Erbil. Around 322 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
Around 80 kilometres west of Erbil, Mosul is another essential stop in Iraq. No visit is complete without checking out Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.