Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
Erbil's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Erbil one hour ahead of Helsinki.
Your HEL to EBL flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Erbil International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between HEL and EBL include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Antalya Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Erbil International Airport flight is ج.م. 6,667. A return plane ticket right now is ج.م. 14,741. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from HEL to EBL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Erbil International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HEL to EBL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Erbil International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights taking off from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near HEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Erbil International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Reserve a hotel near EBL if you're taking a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with an Erbil International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and chase adventure across Erbil and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Erbil International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
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 drive to the centre.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Erbil International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Erbil. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Erbil International Airport for July if you want to explore Erbil during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 44ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to EBL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Iraq
Erbil has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Iraq you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres south of Erbil, a visit to Baghdad will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Iraq, consider Mosul, about 80 kilometres west of Erbil. Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city are among the biggest draws.
