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Erbil.Rs43,824 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Cairo on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs43,824, select.
Erbil.Rs52,716 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Air Cairo.Outbound indirect flight with Air Cairo, departs from Cairo on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs52,716, select.
Erbil.Rs53,897 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Cairo on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs53,897, select.
Erbil.Rs65,418 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Cairo on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs65,418, select.
Erbil.Rs67,006 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Cairo on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs67,006, select.
Erbil.Rs68,880 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Royal Jordanian.Outbound indirect flight with Royal Jordanian, departs from Cairo on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs68,880, select.
Erbil.Rs73,656 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Jun.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,656, select.
Erbil.Rs73,656 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May.One-way flight with EgyptAir.Outbound direct flight with EgyptAir departs from Cairo on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Erbil.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs73,656, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cairo to Erbil flights are currently cheapest in March.
May
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Jun
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Jul
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Sep
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Direct flights from Cairo to Erbil

Cairo to Erbil: Alternative routes

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

Cairo to Erbil: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs43,824
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time2 hrs, 24 mins
Most popular airlineEgyptAir
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Cairo to Erbil: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairo to Erbil is Rs111,811. 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.
2 hours and 24 minutes is the average flight time from Cairo to Erbil.
EgyptAir and Iraqi Airways fly direct from Cairo to Erbil.
As of May 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Cairo to Erbil.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairo to Erbil is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairo Airport to Erbil Airport on Tuesday, 9 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 24 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, EgyptAir offers the cheapest flight tickets to Erbil.

Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Erbil International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.

  • The timezone in Erbil is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Cairo.

  • Flights from CAI to EBL start at 00:30 — the first with EgyptAir. The last departure is at 23:40 with EgyptAir. In total, there are eight weekly Cairo International Airport to Erbil International Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your CAI to EBL flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Iraqi Airways offers direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Erbil International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Erbil — and maybe even more of Iraq if your schedule allows.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Iraqi Airways on this route.

  • With a reliable 86.67% of services arriving as scheduled, EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier offering CAI to EBL flights.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Erbil International Airport. These are the top stopovers between CAI and EBL:

    • Queen Alia International Airport

    • King Abdulaziz International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Erbil International Airport flight is Rs43,824. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs111,811. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • To score cheap tickets from CAI to EBL, reserve your trip five months ahead of your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Erbil International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from CAI to EBL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

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

Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • 63.38% of flights that take off from Cairo International Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near CAI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Erbil International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)

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

  • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Erbil International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or Hertz and venture far and wide through Erbil and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Erbil International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

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 by car.

When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Erbil International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Erbil in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Erbil International Airport for July if you want to explore Erbil during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 44ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to EBL in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC and 14ºC then.

Explore more of Iraq

  • You've done Erbil, now it's time to explore other corners of Iraq. Travel about 322 kilometres south to Baghdad to tick off its leading attractions. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 80 kilometres west of Erbil, Mosul is another favourite stop in Iraq. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.

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