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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Erbil flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Cologne to Erbil

Cologne to Erbil: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to Erbil below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Erbil.

Cologne to Erbil: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP10,625
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time4 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airlineEurowings
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Erbil: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Erbil is P10,625. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Cologne to Erbil.
Eurowings, Eurowings Europe (Malta) and Flexflight fly direct from Cologne to Erbil.
As of February 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Cologne to Erbil.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Erbil is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Erbil Airport on Tuesday, 3 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 32 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Erbil but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Erbil is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Pegasus Airlines and Eurowings offer the cheapest flight tickets to Erbil.

Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Erbil International Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes.

  • Erbil's timezone is UTC+3, making Erbil two hours ahead of Cologne.

  • To ensure you catch your CGN to EBL flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • Hex'Air has direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Erbil International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Erbil — and maybe even more of Iraq if you have time.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with Hex'Air on this route.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Erbil International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CGN and EBL include:

    • Esenboga International Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)

  • At the moment, P6,229 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P10,625. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from CGN to EBL by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Erbil International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from CGN to EBL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Erbil International Airport.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • Of all flights leaving Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% land on time at their destination.

  • Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Cologne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to CGN? If you're catching an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Erbil International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EBL instead:

  • Hit the road running by picking up an Erbil International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and explore beyond Erbil's usual tourist stops.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Erbil International Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil

  • Erbil International Airport to central 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 Cologne Bonn 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 more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Lock in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Erbil International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Erbil during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from CGN to EBL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.

Explore more of Iraq

  • Erbil has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Iraq you should also see. About 322 kilometres south of Erbil, a trip to Baghdad will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.

  • If you're eager to discover another major stop in Iraq, head for Mosul, roughly 80 kilometres west of Erbil. Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city are highlights.

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