Traveling from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Baghdad's timezone is UTC+3, making Baghdad two hours ahead of Madrid.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MAD to BGW flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Madrid Airport to Baghdad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MAD and BGW include:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Beirut Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
$159 is currently the best price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Return flights start at $332. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAD to BGW, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Madrid Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAD to BGW.
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Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights departing from Madrid Airport make it to their destination on time.
Madrid Airport is about 13 kilometers from central Madrid. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MAD? If you're boarding an early flight from Madrid Airport to Baghdad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Touching down on a late Madrid Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight? Grab your bags and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great options close to BGW are Palm Hotel and Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel.
Book 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 secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks before traveling.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport is approximately 19 kilometers from central Baghdad. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Madrid Airport to Baghdad International Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Baghdad. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Madrid Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Baghdad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to BGW in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Iraq you should also see. About 354 kilometers north of Baghdad, a trip to Mosul will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah).
Around 322 kilometers north of Baghdad, Erbil is another essential stop in Iraq. Experience major highlights starting with Jalil Khayat Mosque, Saint George Church and Citadel of Arbil.