Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
Erbil's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Erbil nine hours ahead of Calgary.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YYC to EBL flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
At the moment, P38,448 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P69,181. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from YYC to EBL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Erbil International Airport.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Calgary International Airport, data shows 65.39% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Calgary International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel near YYC? If you're boarding an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Erbil International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
If you're coming in on a late Calgary International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these accommodation options near EBL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Erbil International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz to explore Erbil and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Erbil International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
Erbil International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Erbil. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Calgary International Airport to Erbil International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Erbil in April.
Book your flight from Calgary International Airport to Erbil International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Erbil during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YYC to EBL around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
You've done Erbil, now it's time to discover more of Iraq. Travel about 322 kilometres south to Baghdad to check off its leading attractions. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 80 kilometres west of Erbil, Mosul is another favourite stop in Iraq. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.