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Find cheap flights to Erbil in 2026/2027 from R17,387 This is the cheapest return flight found to Erbil from South Africa on FlightsFinder on March 11th 2026 at 14:40. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.
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Fly to Erbil and visit sites like Erbil Citadel, Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque & Shanadar Park.
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These economy flights were found on FlightsFinder from South Africa to Erbil in the last few days. Prices subject to availability.
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According to our data, December is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Erbil.
You can get flights from R17,387 return.
According to our data, March is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Erbil.
A return flight could set you back more than R29,416.
Nestled in the heart of Iraqi Kurdistan, Erbil stands as a city steeped in layers of history and culture awaiting exploration. Known as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, Erbil offers a unique blend of ancient landmarks, bustling souks, and modern developments. Visitors can wander through the narrow alleys of the historic citadel, shop for vibrant textiles and spices in the bazaars, or sample delicious Kurdish cuisine in cozy restaurants. With its warm hospitality and vibrant atmosphere, Erbil invites travelers to immerse themselves in a city where the past and present intersect harmoniously.
A good price for a flight to Erbil is R15648 - R19126.
Popular airports near Erbil include Erbil International Airport (EBL), Sulaymaniyah International Airport (ISU), and Dohuk International Airport (DHK).
The flight to Erbil (EBL) is roughly 10 hours 20 minutes and 4,430 miles (7,129 kilometres) from Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB).
The best way is to compare flights to Erbil from leading comparison sites using our search engine dashboard.
We have currently found no direct flights to Erbil.
Here is the average weather forecast in Erbil by month:
• Jan: 12°C
• Feb: 14°C
• Mar: 18°C
• Apr: 24°C
• May: 32°C
• Jun: 38°C
• Jul: 42°C
• Aug: 42°C
• Sep: 38°C
• Oct: 31°C
• Nov: 21°C
• Dec: 14°C
The distance between Erbil International Airport and the city centre is approximately 5 kilometers.
Typically, flights are cheapest to Erbil 2 months before departure.
Studies show flights to Erbil are typically cheaper on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
13.3 °C
Sun, 15 Mar 2026
Average Temperature
12°C
Jan
14°C
Feb
18°C
Mar
24°C
Apr
32°C
May
38°C
Jun
42°C
Jul
42°C
Aug
38°C
Sep
31°C
Oct
21°C
Nov
14°C
Dec
Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,430 miles (7,129 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 20 minutes)
Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
5,119 miles (8,238 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 52 minutes)
Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,626 miles (7,444 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 46 minutes)
George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
5,049 miles (8,125 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 43 minutes)
Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,421 miles (7,115 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 19 minutes)
Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,994 miles (8,037 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 35 minutes)
Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,657 miles (7,495 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 50 minutes)
East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,898 miles (7,883 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 23 minutes)
Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,271 miles (6,874 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 9 hours 59 minutes)
Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,664 miles (7,506 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 51 minutes)
Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,339 miles (6,984 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 8 minutes)
Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,241 miles (6,825 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 9 hours 55 minutes)
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,637 miles (7,462 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 48 minutes)
Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,258 miles (6,852 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 9 hours 57 minutes)
Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,555 miles (7,331 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 37 minutes)
Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,704 miles (7,570 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 10 hours 57 minutes)
Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Erbil (EBL)
Distance:
4,787 miles (7,704 kilometres)
Average flight time (direct 11 hours 8 minutes)
From Cape Town (CPT), South Africa to Erbil, Iraq (EBL): R17,387
Depart: 21 Dec 2026 · Return: 03 Jan 2027 Price found 11 Mar 2026, 14:40
From Port Elizabeth (PLZ), South Africa to Erbil, Iraq (EBL): R29,416
Depart: 28 Mar 2026 · Return: 01 Apr 2026 Price found 11 Mar 2026, 22:42
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