Flying from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 3 hours behind Erbil, where Erbil International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from EBL to London. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to find a flight from EBL to London with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
To travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you have a passport from Iraq. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Erbil International Airport to London.
EBL is about 7 miles from central Erbil. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 22 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel close to EBL? If you're boarding an early flight from Erbil International Airport to London, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to London
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Erbil International Airport to London is £79. The cheapest price for a return flight is £195. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from EBL to London. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your ticket from Erbil International Airport to London.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 miles away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 1 minute to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Erbil International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 50 miles from the centre of London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Erbil International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LGW. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from EBL to London at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Erbil International Airport to London. July is the busiest month for a trip to London. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Erbil International Airport to London, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from EBL to London sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Erbil International Airport to London, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
Big Ben and The British Museum are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your London itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Buckingham Palace.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
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