Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Baghdad's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Baghdad ten hours ahead of Seattle.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SEA to BGW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between SEA and BGW include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
R 15,791 is the lowest price for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 21,213. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SEA to BGW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Baghdad International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SEA to BGW.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 81.27% of the time.
Central Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to SEA? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Consider booking a hotel close to BGW if you're catching a late Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Baghdad International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Baghdad and beyond.
Booking your ride from Baghdad International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
From Baghdad International Airport, Baghdad is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Baghdad International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Baghdad based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Baghdad is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF). Lock in your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Baghdad International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SEA to BGW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Iraq you should also see. About 354 kilometres north of Baghdad, a trip to Mosul will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
Erbil is another must-experience destination in Iraq and is around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. No journey is complete without a visit to Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.
