Travelling from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is 1 hour behind Erbil, where Erbil International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from EBL to Bucharest.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from EBL to Bucharest. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
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To enter Romania for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from Iraq. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Erbil International Airport to Bucharest.
To reach EBL from central Erbil, it takes around 22 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near EBL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Erbil International Airport to Bucharest or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Bucharest
Rs45,601 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Erbil International Airport to Bucharest. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs93,739. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EBL to Bucharest if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Erbil International Airport to Bucharest across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for flight tickets from EBL to Bucharest every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Erbil International Airport to Bucharest, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest is approximately 21 kilometres. It takes around 34 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 36 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to OTP if you're catching a late flight from Erbil International Airport to Bucharest. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Erbil International Airport to Bucharest. July is the busiest month to travel to Bucharest. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Erbil International Airport to Bucharest for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from EBL to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC.
More about Bucharest
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bucharest right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Erbil International Airport to Bucharest:
Old Town and Herastrau Park are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Bucharest to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman).
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
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