Day trip from Erbil to Kirkuk
Kirkuk lies 87 km (54 mi) south-east of Erbil, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 87 km (54 mi) apart, Kirkuk is a realistic day trip from Erbil: about 1 h 25 min each way by road.
| Erbil | Kirkuk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 1.6 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 429 m (1,407 ft) | 346 m (1,135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Kirkuk
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Staying in Kirkuk
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Common questions
How far is Kirkuk from Erbil?
87 km (54 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Erbil; by road roughly 107 km (66 mi).
How long does it take to get from Erbil to Kirkuk by road?
About 1 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Erbil and Kirkuk?
No, both are on Asia/Baghdad at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.