Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
The timezone in Baghdad is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of Birmingham.
To ensure you get on your BHX to BGW flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between BHX and BGW:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Currently, 169 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 341 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from BHX to BGW, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to Baghdad International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BHX to BGW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
65.48% of flights that depart Birmingham International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Baghdad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to BHX:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Consider booking a hotel near BGW if you're taking a late Birmingham International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel farther out of Baghdad and discover off-the-radar places with your own set of wheels. You can book a Baghdad International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
Reserving your vehicle from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible 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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Baghdad in April.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you want to go to Baghdad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to BGW in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
You've visited Baghdad, now it's time to discover more of Iraq. Journey around 354 kilometres north to Mosul to tick off its top attractions. From Nergal Gate - Nineveh to Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Erbil is another must-experience destination in Iraq and is around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. No trip is complete without visiting Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.