Travelling from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Baghdad's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Ankara.
Flights from ESB to BGW start at 17:30 — the first with Iraqi Airways. The last departure is at 17:30 with Iraqi Airways. Overall, you can choose from six weekly Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your ESB to BGW flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Iraqi Airways has direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Baghdad — and maybe even more of Iraq if your schedule allows.
Iraqi Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ESB and BGW:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
ج.م. 6,001 is currently the best price for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ج.م. 12,332. These fares can change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from ESB to BGW by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ESB to BGW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
78.41% of flights that leave from Esenboga International Airport land at their destination on time.
Esenboga International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Ankara. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near ESB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
If you have a late Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near BGW:
Venture beyond Baghdad and discover new places with your own wheels. You can pick up a Baghdad International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Baghdad International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Baghdad. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Baghdad. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Baghdad is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 47ºC. Lock in your flights from Esenboga International Airport to Baghdad International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ESB to BGW in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 20ºC then.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Iraq waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres north of Baghdad, a visit to Mosul will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
Erbil is another well-known destination in Iraq and is around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. No trip is complete without seeing Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.
