Flying from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 3 hours.
Erbil and Jeddah share the same timezone, UTC+3.
There are 16 Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flights every week to choose from.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EBL to JED flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Jeddah (and then other corners of Saudi Arabia) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Iraqi Airways on this route.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EBL and JED:
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight is $219. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $483. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from EBL to JED, book your journey eight months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from EBL to JED.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Erbil International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.68% of flights that take off from EBL reach their destination on time.
To get to Erbil International Airport from central Erbil, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Searching for a convenient hotel near EBL? If you're catching an early flight from Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
If you're landing on a late Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near JED:
Go where the road takes you with a King Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Final Rentals, Avis or Budget and venture far and wide through Jeddah and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from King Abdulaziz International Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to central Jeddah
From King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Jeddah. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Jeddah is July, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Erbil International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from EBL to JED in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Jeddah. Around 88 kilometers away to the east, check out popular attractions including View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Around 306 kilometers north of Jeddah, Yanbu is another favorite stop in Saudi Arabia. Start your sightseeing at Yanbu Corniche, Yanbu Lakes and Yanbu Historic Area.