Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Baghdad is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Cairo.
Flights from CAI to BGW start at 00:10 — the earliest with EgyptAir. The last departure is at 19:10 with Nile Air. Overall, there are 17 weekly Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your CAI to BGW flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport available through a range of airlines, getting to Baghdad (and then other parts of Iraq) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with:
Iraqi Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers CAI to BGW flights is Iraqi Airways. Its services land without delay 72.97% of the time.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between CAI and BGW include:
Hamad International Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
Beirut Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
R 3,104 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 6,467. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from CAI to BGW, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Finding cheap flights from CAI to BGW couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
Of the departures from Cairo Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.
Cairo Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to CAI:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
It's hard to top the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just come in on a late Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Palm Hotel and Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel are good options near BGW.
Grab a Baghdad International Airport rental car and visit the lesser-known spots that'll make your trip unforgettable. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Baghdad and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Baghdad based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Cairo Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Baghdad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to BGW in January. Temperatures average 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 after you've seen Baghdad. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah).
Around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad, Erbil is another essential stop in Iraq. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jalil Khayat Mosque, Saint George Church and Citadel of Arbil.

