General Information About Erbil International Airport

Erbil International Airport in Iraq's Kurdistan region serves as one of two major airports serving this area, serving over two million passengers annually and being used as the hub for Iraq's largest airline, Baghdad Airways. Each year it receives approximately 20,000 flights that depart and arrive here, serving up to two million customers annually.

This modern airport opened for business in July 2005 and features one of the longest runways in the world at 4,800 metres (15,748 feet). As such, it makes for an ideal venue for long haul operations, with airlines such as Emirates and Qatar Airways using these facilities to serve transcontinental routes.

Flights to Erbil can be found from various airlines, and its main terminal has six sections with their own individual layout - Terminal A, B, C, D and E.

At the airport there are numerous attractions of note, such as a shopping mall and observation tower. Furthermore, there are bars, restaurants and lounges within its boundaries that provide passengers with comfort during their time there.

Technologically speaking, what sets this airport apart is its state-of-the-art SITA Integrated Flight Display System for Cloud (SiTFD). This state-of-the-art system delivers clearer and more comprehensive flight and airport information at a reduced cost to the airport; meaning staff have more time helping passengers find their way around.

For optimal travel experiences, try booking during quieter seasons such as year-end and summer holiday booking periods such as January/April as this is typically when tickets are more reasonably priced.