International hub · Erbil, Iraq
Erbil International
- Elevation
- 1,341 ft
- Coordinates
- 36°14′N 43°57′E
- Local time
- Asia/Baghdad
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Field information
ORER runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Erbil International (ORER/EBL) has one runway, 18/36, 15,748 ft (4,800 m) long of concrete. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 9. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at ORER, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Asia/Baghdad
Country
Iraq
IQ
Municipality
Arbil
Elevation
1,341 ft
Position
36.2360, 43.9466
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 9
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · ORER
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 15,748 ft (4,800 m) | 246 ft | concrete | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at ORER.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Erbil International (ORER / EBL) in Erbil, Iraq, through one 24/7 OCC desk. ORER is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at ORER
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Iraq
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Iraq. Applicable permit lead times for Iraq are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Iraq are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at ORER
Direct FBO and handler coordination at ORER covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at ORER
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at ORER is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to ORER
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for ORER: 36° 14′ 10″ N 43° 56′ 48″ E; elevation 1341 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Erbil
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Erbil. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at ORER.
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Cargo Operations at ORER
Support for freighter operations into ORER covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where ORER sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
Operating into ORER?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Erbil International — one desk for the whole trip.