Flying from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): What you need to know
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is Bucharest's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport (BGW) taking off from here.
Baghdad is one hour ahead of Bucharest. Baghdad International Airport is located in Baghdad, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Your flight from Bucharest to BGW won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bucharest to BGW. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Located around 21 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
71.27% of flights that depart Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Book a hotel near BGW if you have a late flight from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Grab the keys to a Baghdad International Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Baghdad and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport is R 1,393. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,598. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bucharest to BGW if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Affordable Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Find the best deal on a flight from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
April is the quietest month for flights from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport (BGW), while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Baghdad based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Bucharest to BGW plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Baghdad to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 47ºC (117ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Baghdad
Once you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Baghdad International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Baghdad:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Baghdad when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Al-Kadhimiya Mosque followed by Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet.
Explore more of Iraq
Kirkuk is just one of the many cities in Iraq waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Baghdad. Around 241 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Shoraw Grand Mosque, Al-Adel Mosque and Abdul Aziz mosque جامع عبدالعزيز.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Iraq, consider Najaf, about 137 kilometres south of Baghdad. Great Mosque of Kufa, نجف and مرقد الامام علي بن ابي طالب(علية السلام) are among the biggest draws.
