Flying from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Erbil International Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.
Erbil is two hours ahead of Vienna and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from VIE to EBL start at 10:05 — the first with Austrian. The latest departure is at 10:15 with Austrian. In total, you can take your pick of eight weekly Vienna International Airport to Erbil International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your VIE to EBL flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Austrian is your ticket to exploring Erbil (and perhaps some other great corners of Iraq!). Browse the direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Erbil International Airport offered by this airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Austrian on this route.
With a dependable 86.11% of services arriving as scheduled, Austrian has the best on-time performance for VIE to EBL flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight is $231. A round-trip fare right now is $493. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from VIE to EBL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Erbil International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from VIE to EBL.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Vienna International Airport to Erbil International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
78.59% of flights taking off from Vienna International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central Vienna to Vienna International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near VIE. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Erbil International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
If you're coming in on a late Vienna International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near EBL:
Grab an Erbil International Airport rental car and discover Erbil and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Erbil International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
From Erbil International Airport, Erbil is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Vienna International Airport to Erbil International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Erbil. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Vienna International Airport to Erbil International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Erbil, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from VIE to EBL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iraq
You've visited Erbil, now it's time to explore other corners of Iraq. Travel about 322 kilometres south to Baghdad to tick off its popular sights. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Mosul is another standout destination in Iraq and is around 80 kilometres west of Erbil. No journey is complete without experiencing Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.