Flying from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
Erbil's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Erbil ten hours ahead of Seattle.
To ensure you get on your SEA to EBL flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Erbil International Airport. Istanbul Ataturk Airport is a popular stopover on the SEA to EBL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight is $985. A return plane ticket right now is $1,630. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SEA to EBL if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Erbil International Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Erbil International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA land on time.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Erbil International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SEA:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
Consider booking a hotel near EBL if you have a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with an Erbil International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and see more of Erbil and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Erbil International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
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 reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Erbil International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Erbil in April.
The warmest month in Erbil is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Erbil International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SEA to EBL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Iraq
Erbil has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Iraq just waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres south of Erbil, a trip to Baghdad will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
Mosul is another well-known destination in Iraq and is around 80 kilometres west of Erbil. No journey is complete without seeing Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
