Erbil Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Erbil Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.

Baggage handling is very slow, and in case of delayed baggage you need to go collect your things, no matter how much it will cost you to travel back to Erbil – a traveller (2016)

EBL Airport Overview

To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Erbil International Airport.

What to Expect

Erbil Airport (code: EBL) has a recently built, modern terminal for commercial flights to and from the Middle East and Europe. Security and check-in queues may be slow, so arrive early for peace of mind. Facilities include a few shops and eateries, all open 24 hours. For added comfort while you wait, economy class passengers can pay to enter an airport lounge.

Sleeping in Erbil Airport

We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer shuttle service. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

There are no hotels at Erbil Airport.

Airport Lounges

Diwan Lounge – Location: Airside, International Departures. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door • Prepaid lounge passes • Airline invitations for eligible premium passengers (as available).

Drinking Water

Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Food & Drinks

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Luggage Storage & Lockers

Luggage storage and lockers are not available. If this has changed, click here to update this guide.

Mobile Charging

We had no information about mobile charging availability at the time of this update. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.

Showers

There are no public shower facilities available. Showers are available inside the Diwan Lounge for eligible passengers. See Airport Lounges.

WiFi/Internet

A reader sent us this update (Jan 2019): “There is a travelers WiFi but it looks like you need to purchase something at the closest coffee to get a login and password, which is expensive (around $4 an espresso).”

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Baby Care Facilities – Baby care facilities are available and accessible 24 hours a day.
Currency Exchange – Foreign currency exchange services are available 24 hours.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available 24 hours. Other retail options may operate according to flight schedules.
Prayer Room – A prayer room is available and open 24 hours.

Airlines

Erbil Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Arabia • Air Olympic • Al Arabia Jordan • Armenia Air Company • Atlasglobal • Austrian Air • Azerbaijan Airlines • Bora Jet • Blue Air • Caspian Airlines • Cham Wings • Cyprus Air • Egypt Air • Emirates • Etihad Airways • Fly Baghdad • Fly Dubai • Fly Erbil • Fly Georgia • Fly Miran • Fly Olympic • Flynas • Gulf Air • Iraqi Airlines • Lufthansa • Mahan Air • Middle East Airlines • Pegasus Airlines • Petra Airlines • Qatar • Royal Falcon Airlines • Royal Jordanian Air • Saudi Air • Starlight Airlines • Start Airlines • Transavia • TunisAir • Turkish Airlines • Zagrosjet.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Hotel Shuttles

Taxis

Taxis are available 24 hours a day outside the terminal or at the taxi reservation center. At the time of this update, the average one-way fare from the airport to the city center is about US$ 25. Payment is by cash only. Important note: All vehicles travelling to the airport must stop at a security checkpoint for a baggage search before reaching the airport. You will be required to exit the vehicle but will be allowed to re-enter after the search is conducted.

Last updated: 2026-02-19

This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.