Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Baghdad's timezone is UTC+3, making Baghdad three hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your LHR to BGW flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between LHR and BGW:
Cairo International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
R 4,645 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 9,212. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to BGW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to Baghdad International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Heathrow Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel near LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Baghdad International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BGW instead:
Grab a Baghdad International Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Baghdad and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Baghdad. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Baghdad International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Baghdad based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Baghdad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Baghdad, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 47ºC (117ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to BGW in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iraq waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres north of Baghdad, a visit to Mosul will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
Erbil is another favourite destination in Iraq and is around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. No journey is complete without seeing Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.