Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Erbil International Airport (EBL): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for around 1 hour. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Baghdad International Airport to Erbil International Airport. Erbil and Baghdad are in the same timezone — UTC+3.
There are 19 flights from Baghdad International Airport to Erbil International Airport each week. Hop on the 00:30 flight if you want to set off as soon as possible. If you're keen to get the most out of your day, the latest flight from BGW to EBL is 23:00.
Flying over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
To break up your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Erbil International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the BGW - EBL route include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Dubai Airport
For a domestic flight within Iraq, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to show some kind of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've landed your cheap ticket from BGW to EBL, check your ID is up to date before you jet off.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Baghdad International Airport to Erbil International Airport is 196 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 398 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BGW to EBL.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Baghdad International Airport to Erbil International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from BGW to EBL every day.
Play around with filters to find the perfect trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Baghdad International Airport to Erbil International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Central Baghdad to Baghdad International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Erbil International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to BGW:
Arriving at Erbil International Airport (EBL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Baghdad International Airport to Erbil International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near EBL instead:
Getting from Erbil International Airport (EBL) to central Erbil
From Erbil International Airport, Erbil is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Erbil International Airport (EBL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Erbil International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Erbil. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Erbil International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Erbil during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 44ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BGW to EBL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Erbil
Start your Erbil trip right by finding the perfect stay. Once you've booked your flight from BGW to EBL, have a look at our hotel options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Erbil itinerary.
Complete your Erbil trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Erbil International Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect Erbil stay.