Travelling from Vancouver to Erbil International Airport (EBL): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Erbil International Airport (EBL) begins with finding the best airport to jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are your main options in Vancouver.
The timezone in Erbil is UTC+3, which is ten hours ahead of Vancouver. Erbil International Airport is located in Erbil.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Vancouver to EBL.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
YVR is about 14 kms (9 miles) from central Vancouver. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Erbil International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
71.77% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can get to CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kms (1.00 mile) or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to EBL flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kms (40 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make departure day worry-free — stay near Abbotsford Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Vancouver to Erbil International Airport flight:
Flights that leave from YXX reach their destination on schedule 67.97% of the time.
About Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Consider booking a hotel close to EBL if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver to Erbil International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Travel at your own speed with an Erbil International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and venture far and wide through Erbil and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Erbil International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Erbil International Airport is £456. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £1,015. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to EBL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Vancouver to Erbil International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Erbil. July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Erbil International Airport (EBL), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Before locking in your Vancouver to EBL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Erbil, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Erbil International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Erbil
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Erbil International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Erbil:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Mamounia Skybar, Jalil Khayat Mosque and ERBIL Lifestyle are essential stops on your Erbil itinerary.
Explore more of Iraq
You've done Erbil, now it's time to discover other parts of Iraq. Journey around 161 kms (100 miles) south to Tozkhurmato to check off its leading attractions. From Hassan Pasha Mosque to جامع الوهاب - The Wahab Mosque and Anfal Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 274 kms (170 miles) south of Erbil, Al Miqdādīyah is another favourite stop in Iraq. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at A mosque and the Shiite shrine Muqdadiyah, جامع نازندة خاتون and الجزرة الوسطية.
