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EBL Erbil International Airport
Erbil International Airport (IATA: EBL, ICAO:ORER) is located in the the city of Erbil, Iraq. It is the primary international airport serving Erbil and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+964662810000

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IATA Code

EBL

ICAO Code

ORER

Name

Erbil International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Iraq (IQ)

City

Erbil

Latitude

36.2375984

Longitude

43.9631996

Time Zone

UTC+03:00

Phone Number

+964662810000

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International Airport IATA: EBL ICAO: ORER

Airport Overview

Erbil International Airport（EBL） is the principal international gateway for Erbil and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Located in Erbil at UTC+03:00, it serves passenger, belly-hold and project-oriented air logistics requirements rather than functioning as a dedicated global cargo hub. Its location supports regional distribution into northern Iraq, while routing options commonly depend on available international connections and the operating carrier’s cargo acceptance policy. The airport description supplied for this profile identifies a modern facility opened in the mid-2000s and a long runway equipped for CAT II operations; cargo handling, customs release, warehouse access and acceptance windows must nevertheless be confirmed for each shipment. Our service team coordinates carrier confirmation, document review, transit planning and local delivery arrangements before cargo is tendered.

Airport	Erbil International Airport
Location	Erbil, Iraq; Kurdistan Region
Codes	IATA EBL · ICAO ORER
Coordinates	36.2375984° N, 43.9631996° E
Time zone	UTC+03:00
Airport contact	+964 66 281 0000

Key Highlights

Regional gatewayUseful for cargo serving Erbil and northern Iraq, with final-mile planning required for destinations outside the immediate urban area.

International routing dependenceAvailable uplift and onward connections may vary by season, carrier schedule, security policy and cargo type.

Long-runway profileThe supplied airport data describes a 4,800 m × 75 m runway and CAT II capability; this does not by itself confirm freighter acceptance or cargo capacity.

Shipment-by-shipment controlsDangerous goods, temperature-sensitive cargo, valuables and oversized freight require advance carrier and ground-handler approval.

Operational flexibility requiredOur team normally prepares a primary routing and a connection or alternate-airport contingency before booking.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Facility access and handling capability can change according to the appointed ground handler, airline, security requirements and shipment profile. Our service team confirms the applicable cargo terminal, acceptance procedure and release process before issuing final instructions.

General cargo handling: Standard export and import cargo is normally processed through an airline or appointed handling agent; booking confirmation should identify the actual acceptance point and cut-off.
Customs-controlled cargo: Commercial invoices, packing lists, air waybill data and any commodity-specific permits should be aligned before arrival. Customs examination or document queries may extend release time.
Temperature-sensitive shipments: Confirm cool-room availability, handover conditions, temperature range, packaging method and maximum transfer time before booking pharmaceuticals, biologics or fresh products.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance is subject to the operating carrier and handling agent. Shipper’s Declaration, UN packaging, labels and applicable approvals must be checked against the current IATA DGR requirements.
Special handling: Live animals, valuables, oversized cargo, batteries and diplomatic or relief consignments require advance written acceptance and may have separate security or documentary controls.

Routes & Transit Times

International gateways: Cargo may move through a suitable regional or European gateway when direct uplift is unavailable. The exact carrier, connection point and routing depend on the booking date and commodity.
Belly cargo and freighter options: Passenger aircraft belly capacity may be relevant for general cargo, while freighter solutions are considered for larger, denser or schedule-sensitive consignments when accepted by the carrier.
Transit planning: Published flight time is only one component; export acceptance, security screening, transfer handling, customs processing and local delivery can materially affect end-to-end transit.
Contingency routing: Our service team compares alternative gateways or road-feeder solutions where permitted, but the final plan remains subject to border, security, customs and carrier approval.

No fixed transit promise is made from airport location alone. We provide a shipment-specific estimate after confirming origin, destination, dimensions, weight, commodity, service level and available uplift.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary catchment: Erbil and the wider Kurdistan Region are the immediate logistics market. Delivery to other Iraqi cities requires separate road-feeder, security and customs assessment.
Industrial and commercial cargo: Machinery parts, oil-and-gas support equipment, electrical goods, industrial spares and time-critical maintenance materials may require precise dimensions, project documentation and consignee coordination.
Consumer and retail cargo: Garments, electronics, household products and consolidated commercial shipments are commonly evaluated for air transport when inventory urgency justifies the cost.
Perishables and healthcare: Fresh foods, flowers, pharmaceuticals and medical supplies require confirmed temperature handling, import permissions, shelf-life controls and a named receiving party.
Relief and project shipments: Humanitarian or institutional cargo may involve special consignees, exemptions or documentary procedures; these should be resolved before cargo reaches the airport.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline and handler acceptance deadlines are shipment- and flight-specific. Our team obtains the operative cargo cut-off rather than relying on a generic airport opening time.
Accurate commodity declaration: The commercial description, HS classification, quantity, weight, dimensions and country of origin must be consistent across the booking, invoice, packing list and air waybill.
Dangerous goods and batteries: Lithium batteries, chemicals, aerosols, fuel-related parts and equipment containing residual substances require classification and documentation before space is requested.
Import release and delivery: The consignee or appointed customs broker should be ready with permits, tax or exemption documentation and delivery instructions. Examination, security holds or incomplete documents can delay collection.

Shipping Tips

Send the commercial invoice, packing list, cargo dimensions, gross weight, commodity description and consignee details to our service team before booking; do not use “parts” or “samples” as the sole commodity description.
For temperature-sensitive cargo, specify the required temperature range, packaging qualification, logger requirement and maximum acceptable exposure time, then obtain written confirmation of handling capability.
For dangerous goods, provide the SDS and battery or chemical specifications early. Packing and declaration must follow the current carrier acceptance rules and IATA DGR requirements.
For oversized, high-value or project cargo, provide photographs, center-of-gravity information where relevant, lifting points and delivery constraints so that aircraft, handling and road equipment can be assessed.
Keep an alternative routing or gateway available for urgent shipments. Our team rechecks flight availability, customs feasibility and final-mile security before changing the plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Erbil International Airport handle international export and import cargo?

It serves international air transport, but acceptance depends on the operating airline, appointed handler, commodity, documentation and available uplift. Our team confirms the complete handling chain before tender.

Can our shipment move directly to Erbil?

A direct option may be available for selected origins and cargo types, but it must not be assumed. We check current airline schedules, capacity, security restrictions and connection feasibility for the requested date.

What information is required for a dangerous-goods booking?

At minimum, provide the exact commodity, UN number where applicable, technical name, quantity, packing details, SDS and battery specifications. The carrier may request additional documents or refuse the shipment.

How should we arrange pharmaceuticals or other temperature-sensitive cargo?

Share the temperature range, packaging system, monitoring requirements, shelf life and consignee availability before booking. Cold-chain capability and handover timing must be confirmed for the selected routing.

What commonly delays cargo collection after arrival?

Incomplete import documents, inconsistent invoice or air waybill data, customs examination, consignee unavailability, permits and security procedures are common causes. Our service team coordinates document pre-check and release follow-up.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport name, codes, location, coordinates, time zone, telephone number and the runway description in this module are based on the airport record supplied for this page. Operational statements are deliberately expressed as shipment-specific guidance because airline schedules, handling arrangements, customs procedures and security requirements can change.

Reference domain	Use and verification boundary
iata.org	IATA code and air-cargo industry reference framework; current airline acceptance and flight availability require direct booking confirmation.
icao.int	ICAO aviation standards and regulatory reference context; shipment acceptance remains subject to the applicable carrier, authority and handling agent.

Our service team revalidates routing, cargo acceptance, documentation, customs requirements and delivery conditions at quotation and before cargo tender. Information on this page should not be treated as a guarantee of a particular flight, facility, transit time or release outcome.