Flying from Erbil Airport (EBL) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Erbil Airport to Baghdad International Airport is 1 hour.
Erbil and Baghdad share the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Flights from EBL to BGW start at 07:00 — the first with Iraqi Airways. The last service of the day is at 23:59 with Iraqi Airways. In total, there are 17 weekly Erbil Airport to Baghdad International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your EBL to BGW flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Jetting into Baghdad (and then seeing more of Iraq!) is easy with Iraqi Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Erbil Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Iraqi Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering EBL to BGW flights is Iraqi Airways. Its services arrive as scheduled 72.73% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Erbil Airport to Baghdad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between EBL and BGW include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Beirut Airport
Handy information about Erbil Airport (EBL)
Erbil Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from EBL arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To get to Erbil Airport from central Erbil, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Erbil Airport to Baghdad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to EBL:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've arrived on a late Erbil Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Palm Hotel and Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel are good options near BGW.
Travel farther out of Baghdad and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Baghdad International Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Baghdad International Airport around four weeks in advance.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
September is the most popular month for flights from Erbil Airport to Baghdad International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Baghdad in March.
Before locking in your flight from Erbil Airport to Baghdad International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Baghdad, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC (86ºF) to 47ºC (117ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from EBL to BGW in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iraq
Mosul is just one of the many cities in Iraq waiting to be explored once you've seen Baghdad. Around 354 kilometers away to the north, check out popular attractions including Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah).
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Iraq, consider Erbil, roughly 322 kilometers north of Baghdad. Jalil Khayat Mosque, Saint George Church and Citadel of Arbil are key highlights.
