Travelling from Basra International Airport (BSR) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all the options for flights from Basra International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BSR and BGW include:
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
For a flight within Iraq, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to bring some kind of identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license. Once you've landed your cheap ticket from BSR to BGW, check your ID is valid before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Basra International Airport (BSR) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Basra International Airport to Baghdad International Airport is R 5,262. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 11,235. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BSR to BGW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Basra International Airport to Baghdad International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from BSR to BGW. You don't need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Basra International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Basra International Airport (BSR)
Central Basra to Basra International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 17 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Basra International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, check out Basrah International Airport Hotel. It's a short drive from BSR.
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Consider staying in a hotel near BGW if you're catching a late flight from Basra International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Baghdad. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Basra International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Baghdad in April.
Before locking in your flight from Basra International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Baghdad, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC to 47ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BSR to BGW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Baghdad
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Baghdad right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from BSR to BGW:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Baghdad itinerary.
Complete your Baghdad trip with hotels and a car rental
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