Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Bangkok is four hours ahead of Baghdad and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BGW to BKK flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Baghdad International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between BGW and BKK:
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
R 4,159 is the lowest price for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 9,261. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BGW to BKK. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Baghdad International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BGW to BKK by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Baghdad International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Baghdad International Airport, data shows 72.91% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Baghdad International Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Baghdad. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel close to BGW? If you're catching an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Consider staying in a hotel near BKK if you're taking a late Baghdad International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and chase adventure across Bangkok and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
July is the busiest month for flights from Baghdad International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Bangkok in April.
Before locking in your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BGW to BKK sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Bangkok, now it's time to discover other parts of Thailand. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Udon Thani to tick off its must-visit sights. From Nong Prajak Public Park to Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Thailand, consider Chon Buri, roughly 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are highlights.