Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Baghdad's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Baghdad one hour behind Dubai.
Flights from DXB to BGW start at 01:15 — the first with Hex'Air. The latest departure is at 22:45 with Fly Baghdad. Overall, there are 38 weekly Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your DXB to BGW flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find plenty of airlines that offer direct flights from Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Fly nonstop to Baghdad with these popular carriers and get to know this amazing part of Iraq:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.
With an impressive 85.07% of services arriving on schedule, flydubai is the most punctual carrier operating DXB to BGW flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DXB and BGW include:
Bahrain International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Currently, R 2,764 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 5,403. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from DXB to BGW by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DXB to BGW by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, data shows 74.31% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Dubai Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to DXB? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
If you're getting in on a late Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near BGW:
Grab the keys to a Baghdad International Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own wheels, you can travel beyond Baghdad and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Booking your ride from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport to the centre of Baghdad has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Baghdad. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Baghdad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to BGW in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
Mosul is just one of the many cities in Iraq waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Baghdad. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
Around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad, Erbil is another essential stop in Iraq. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.