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Baghdad, Iraq: Overview
Baghdad is the capital of Iraq and the third-largest city in the Arab world after Riyadh and Cairo. Baghdad came into existence in the 8th century on the River Tigris. It became the capital of the Abbasid Caliphate. The Abbasid Caliphate is the third caliphate to succeed the Islamic prophet Muhammad.
Baghdad emerged as a cultural, commercial, and intellectual center of the Muslim world. The city has several key academic institutions, including the House of Wisdom, as well as hosting a multiethnic and multireligious environment. All this, earned capital the title of the “Centre of Learning”.
Airport in Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport
Airport Code: BGW
Location: The airport is 16 km (9.9 mi) west of downtown Baghdad in the Baghdad Governorate
Hub For: Iraqi Airways, Al-Naser Airlines, FlyBaghdad
Interesting Facts: BGW is the Iraq’s largest international airport. The airport was initially named as Saddam International Airport, bearing the name of the then Iraqi president, Saddam Hussein
Airlines That Fly to Baghdad from USA
You have multiple carrier options with leading mainline and many flagship airlines as follows.
1. Turkish Airlines (TK)
It’s a flag carrier airline of Turkey. The airport is a member of Star Alliance. Most probably the connection happens at the Istanbul Airport.
Hub Airport for Turkish Airline: Istanbul International Airport (IST), Ankara Esenboğa Airport (ESB)
2. Qatar Airways (QR)
It’s a flag carrier airline of Qatar. The airline is a member of Oneworld Alliance.
Hub Airport for Qatar Airways: Hamad International Airport in Doha (DOH)
3. Royal Jordanian (RJ)
Book your air ticket with the flag carrier airline of Jordan. The airline is a member of Oneworld Alliance.
Hub Airports for Royal Jordanian: Amman–Queen Alia (AMM)
4. Emirates (EK)
You may book your plane ticket with Emirates, the flag carrier airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The airline is not a member of any of the three global airline alliances – Oneworld, SkyTeam or Star Alliance.
Hub Airports for Emirates: Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Best Times to Visit Baghdad
From November through March is the best time to visit Baghdad. During these times the temperature is between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius. Apart from the Islamic festivals and rituals, you can be part of global events. Christmas is celebrated by the small population of Christian. The Babylon International Festival is based on the ancient traditions. The annual event happens from September 22 through October 1. The Assyrian New Year is celebrated on April 1. You can view the other form of arts throughout the year. The middle-year months are extremely hot. There is very less precipitation during this time. From June to August we find it as the second busiest season for tourists. Before you make the final decisions do check out the season and compare Baghdad airfares and low-cost flights to Airport St Baghdad.
Top Attractions in Baghdad
Top Outdoor Activities in Baghdad
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Baghdad from the USA?
The approximate distance from the USA (JFK) to Baghdad (BGW) is 5,997 miles/9651 km. Baghdad is 07 hours ahead of the USA. The flight time is 12 hours 30 minutes. Flight time is purely the time spent by an aircraft in the air. Aircraft’s speed is assumed as 500 miles or 804.67 km per hour.
Can I find a nonstop flight from New York to Baghdad?
No airline operates nonstop flight from New York to Baghdad.
Does American Airline have flights to Baghdad?
Yes, it does have, but in partnership with Qatar Airways and Royal Jordanian. The flights are connecting only. When the flight is with Qatar, Doha (DOH), hub for Qatar, is a confirmed connection airport. Other possible connections on the route can be at the hub of American Airlines like Chicago (ORD), New York (JFK), or other depending upon your departure city in the USA.