BGW
Baghdad International Airport
IATA: BGW · Baghdad, Iraq

Flights to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)

Compare cheap flights to Baghdad International Airport (BGW). Check one-way fares from Ankara, Istanbul, Beirut and Izmir.

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About Baghdad International Airport

Baghdad International Airport (BGW) is Iraq's main international airport and serves the capital.

In our search over 29 November to 6 December 2026, Pegasus flies direct from Ankara and AJet flies direct from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen. Beirut, Antalya, Izmir and Amsterdam are available with one stop. The fares below are dated.

Taxis and pre-booked cars are the usual way to reach the city. Check current travel advice before you go.

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Cheap Flights to Baghdad International Airport

Lowest one-way fares to Baghdad from popular departure cities

*All above fares are one way/round trip. Fares incl. all fuel surcharges, taxes & fees and our service fees. Displayed fares are subject to change and cannot be guaranteed at the time of booking. See all booking terms and conditions.

Cheapest Routes to Baghdad International Airport

Lowest one-way fares we found for 29 November to 6 December 2026 on direct and one-stop itineraries booked on a single ticket. Fares change often, so check your own dates.

FromAirlineStopsDurationDateFare from
Ankara (ESB)PegasusDirect2h 20m30 Nov$81
Istanbul (SAW)AJetDirect2h 55m29 Nov$85
Beirut (BEY)Royal Jordanian1 stop4h 0m1 Dec$114
Antalya (AYT)Pegasus1 stop8h 15m30 Nov$118
Izmir (ADB)AJet1 stop6h 10m5 Dec$125

Airlines Flying to Baghdad International Airport

Carriers that showed up in our search for this airport

Serves this airport

Pegasus

Pegasus flights to Baghdad International Airport appeared in our search from 2 cities, with one-way fares starting at $81 for 29 November to 6 December 2026.

Routes: Ankara (ESB), Antalya (AYT)

Serves this airport

AJet

AJet flights to Baghdad International Airport appeared in our search from 2 cities, with one-way fares starting at $85 for 29 November to 6 December 2026.

Routes: Istanbul (SAW), Izmir (ADB)

Serves this airport

Royal Jordanian

Royal Jordanian flights to Baghdad International Airport appeared in our search from 1 city, with one-way fares starting at $114 for 29 November to 6 December 2026.

Routes: Beirut (BEY)

Things to Do Near Baghdad International Airport

Highlights around Baghdad

Museum

Iraq Museum

One of the world's major collections of Mesopotamian antiquities.

Books

Al-Mutanabbi Street

A historic street of bookshops and cafés.

Shrine

Al-Kadhimiya Mosque

A major Shia pilgrimage site with golden domes.

River

Tigris riverfront

Walks and tea houses along the Tigris.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about flying to Baghdad International Airport

Which airport serves Baghdad?

Baghdad International Airport (BGW) serves Baghdad, Iraq. It is about 16 km west of central Baghdad.

Are there direct flights to Baghdad?

Yes. In our search over 29 November to 6 December 2026 we found direct flights from Ankara (Pegasus), Istanbul (AJet). Availability varies by date.

What is the cheapest way to fly to Baghdad?

The lowest fare we found was US$81 one-way, direct from Ankara on Pegasus, on 30 Nov 2026. Fares change often, so compare dates.

Do I need a visa to visit Iraq?

Most visitors need a visa or e-Visa for Iraq. Check current requirements and official travel advice before you book.

What currency is used in Baghdad?

Iraq uses the Iraqi dinar (IQD).