£84+ Cheap flights to Baghdad

Flights from the UK to Baghdad, Iraq range from about 5h-16h. If you’re flying out of London’s Heathrow or Gatwick Airports, you can expect your flight time to be on the shorter end of the spectrum, whereas if you’re departing from a city as far north as Edinburgh or Glasgow, your flight will likely be up to 16 hours. Your flight time will also depend on the number and length of any layovers, as well as the availability of flights.

There is one direct flight to Baghdad from London Heathrow airport each week, serviced by Iraqi Airlines. Unless you book that flight, you’ll end up with at least one stopover along your journey. Common layover cities when travelling from the UK to Baghdad include London (when flying out of other UK cities), Dubai, Istanbul, Amman, and Doha.

If you’re flying to Baghdad from the UK, you’ll alight at Baghdad International Airport (BGW), which is about 16km west of Baghdad city centre. To reach the city centre from the airport, you have a couple of safe options. You can take a taxi from the airport to your destination in the city centre, just be sure to book ahead to ensure your safety. Your journey via taxi will last about 30 minutes and cost around £37, and you will likely have to pay in cash. Check to see if your hotel provides a shuttle service from the airport. Besides these two options, other modes of transport are considered too unsafe for foreign travellers.

Baghdad is a city filled with a rich history and distinct culture in spite of its conflicted past. There are plenty of things to do in this city to suit a variety of tastes, just always be sure to travel with a guide and in groups when in Baghdad to ensure your safety as a foreign traveller. Gain a better understanding of Iraqi ancient history and its Ottoman roots with a trip to The Iraq Museum, which is filled with artworks, artefacts, and more to dazzle the eye and mind alike. Zawraa Park is a family-friendly theme park, zoo, and gardens in one superb destination. At Al-Jawadain Holy Shrine, you’ll surely feel a sense of tranquility as you glimpse its gorgeous golden façade along with the locals.

Yes, UK citizens need both a valid passport and a visa to travel to Baghdad, Iraq. Your passport should also have at least six months of validity remaining before your entry into Iraq. Be sure to contact the Iraqi Embassy in London or Iraqi Consulate in Manchester for the proper forms and further information.

For a flight to Baghdad, you will be flying into Baghdad Intl. Baghdad Intl (BGW) is just 9.0 mi from the center of the city.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Baghdad on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, British Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Baghdad.

Baghdad Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Baghdad. One-way flights to Baghdad Intl typically cost £64, while return flights cost around £125.

A return flight to Baghdad will typically cost around £280, however they can be found for as little as £158.

For those looking to save time traveling to Baghdad, London offers the quickest one-way flight (8 hours 5 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Baghdad Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Baghdad Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Palm Hotel is the closest property to Baghdad Intl (1.0 mi away from Baghdad Intl).