Flying from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
The timezone in Baghdad is UTC+3, which is eight hours ahead of Atlanta.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your ATL to BGW flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Istanbul Airport is a popular stopover on the ATL to BGW route.
Handy information about Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
77% of flights taking off from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport reach their destination on time.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Baghdad International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ATL:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've arrived on a late Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Palm Hotel and Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel are good choices near BGW.
Pick up a Baghdad International Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Baghdad and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Baghdad International Airport around four weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
September is the most popular month for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Baghdad International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Baghdad in March.
When booking your flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Baghdad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Baghdad, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 47ºC (117ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATL to BGW in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
Mosul is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be explored once you've seen Baghdad. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah).
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Iraq, consider Erbil, roughly 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. Jalil Khayat Mosque, Saint George Church and Citadel of Arbil are among its highlights.
