Erbil International Airport
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About Erbil International Airport
Erbil International Airport, is an airport in the city of Erbil in Kurdistan Region, Iraq. It is one of two international airports in the KRI, the other being Sulaymaniyah Airport, with a third in Duhok being under construction. The current airport opened in 2005 and has one of the longest runways in the world.
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Live weather
ORERLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15R / 33L | — | — | Unk | Unlit | Closed |
| 18 / 36 | 15,748 ft / 4,800 m | 246 ft | Concrete | Lighted | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 9,197 ft / 2,803 m | 95 ft | Asp | Lighted | Closed |
| 15L / 33R | 4,085 ft / 1,245 m | 105 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | KIRKUK ACC | 125.300 MHz |
| APP | KIRKUK | 129.750 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 128.800 MHz |
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Erbil International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Erbil International Airport?
The ICAO code for Erbil International Airport is ORER, and its IATA code is EBL.
Where is Erbil International Airport located?
Erbil International Airport is large airport located in Arbil, Iraq, at an elevation of 1,341 ft (409 m).
How many runways does Erbil International Airport have?
Erbil International Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 15,748 ft / 4,800 m.
Which airlines fly to Erbil International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Erbil International Airport include Air Arabia, Atlasjet, Austrian Airlines, Cameroon Airlines, Egyptair, Emirates, among 20 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Erbil International Airport?
Historical data lists 20 nonstop destinations from Erbil International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Erbil International Airport in?
Erbil International Airport is in the Asia/Baghdad time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Erbil International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Erbil International Airport is approximately 5.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Erbil International Airport?
The nearest airport to Erbil International Airport is Bashur Airfield (ORBR), about 26.1 nm to the ne, followed by Bashiqah Airport and Mosul International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Erbil International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.