How long should I plan for a layover in Arbil?

The best layover in Arbil is 4–12 hours. This gives you enough time to reach the city, see the highlights, and return to the airport with buffer time.

Do I need a visa for a layover in Arbil?

US passport holders can get a visa on arrival for a layover in Arbil.

Is Arbil a good layover city?

Arbil scores 53/100 on the LayoverScore™. It is a solid layover option, especially if you have 4+ hours.

Arbil layover (EBL). 12h. LayoverScore™ 53.

ArbilEBL6h on the groundScore 53

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Arbil

25 minutes to city center. 4–12 hours of layover time.

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🌡 31°C · clearAir: good (AQI 22)

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125-min walk from the airport

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What 12 hours in Arbil gets you.

Erbil Citadel (Qalat Erbil), one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited settlements. Shar Park and the surrounding bazaar district in central Erbil. Jalil Khayat Mosque, a striking modern landmark near the citadel.

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What 12 hours in Arbil gets you.

An ancient citadel 6,000 years old rises above Kurdish bazaars worth every minute.

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