Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Toronto: what you need to know
Baghdad International Airport is located in Baghdad. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Toronto is seven hours behind Baghdad.
Leave plenty of time to get on your BGW to Toronto 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 month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from BGW to Toronto. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
To reach BGW from central Baghdad, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. It's roughly 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Toronto? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BGW:
Of all flights departing from Baghdad International Airport, 72.91% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Toronto
The best price we've seen for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Toronto flight is R 7,883. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 14,509. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from BGW to Toronto if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Baghdad International Airport to Toronto across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from BGW to Toronto.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Toronto by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Baghdad International Airport to Toronto. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YYZ instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Pearson International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion or Thrifty and explore beyond Toronto's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from BGW to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
The centre of Toronto is located around 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ). After your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Toronto has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near YTZ. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your BGW to Toronto flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Hertz, National and Avis.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is about 105 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre in a taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Toronto.
If you use public transport, expect a journey of about 4 hours 5 minutes.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel close to YKF. Get settled at one of these options after your BGW to Toronto flight:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget are some companies you can book with.
Rental companies sometimes offer deals on early bookings, so reserve your ride from YKF in advance of your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Toronto. A little planning can save you money.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before you book your flights from Baghdad International Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Toronto offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Baghdad International Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BGW to Toronto in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
More about Toronto
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Toronto right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Toronto:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto, Ottawa is another favourite stop in Canada. Start your sightseeing at Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.