Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Baghdad and Istanbul are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
You can choose from 18 weekly Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flights. The 03:25 departure with Pegasus is the earliest available. Iraqi Airways operates the latest service of the day at 22:55.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your BGW to SAW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, so getting to Istanbul (and then seeing more parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Iraqi Airways.
Iraqi Airways is the most punctual carrier operating BGW to SAW flights. A reliable 93.33% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between BGW and SAW include:
Cairo International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
R 1,292 is the best price for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,830. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BGW to SAW if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BGW to SAW.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
72.91% of flights leaving from Baghdad International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Baghdad to Baghdad International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BGW:
Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAW instead:
Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and discover Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to the centre of Istanbul has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Istanbul. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BGW to SAW sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its popular sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, roughly 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key highlights.
