Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
The timezone in Erbil is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Bucharest.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your OTP to EBL flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Erbil International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between OTP and EBL include:
Antalya Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
At the moment, ج.م. 3,575 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 7,923. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from OTP to EBL, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Erbil International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from OTP to EBL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Erbil International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, 71.27% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Erbil International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near OTP:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
If you're arriving on a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near EBL:
Pick up an Erbil International Airport rental car and explore Erbil and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Avis and Hertz are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Erbil International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
Erbil International Airport to the centre of Erbil has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The quietest month for a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Erbil International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Erbil based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Erbil International Airport for July if you want to explore Erbil during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 44ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from OTP to EBL sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
You've visited Erbil, now it's time to discover more of Iraq. Travel around 322 kilometres south to Baghdad to tick off its top sights. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in Iraq, consider Mosul, roughly 80 kilometres west of Erbil. Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city are highlights.