Flying from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport.
The timezone in Athens is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Baghdad.
There are three Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport flights each week.
Your BGW to ATH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Travelling to Athens (and then exploring more of Greece!) is a breeze with Aegean Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport.
Aegean Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between BGW and ATH include:
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Athens International Airport (ATH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport flight is 105 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 215 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BGW to ATH, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Snapping up cheap flights from BGW to ATH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Of all flights leaving Baghdad International Airport, 78% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Baghdad to Baghdad International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport? Stay at a hotel near BGW, like Palm Hotel. Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel will also put you moments from the departure gate.
Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Athens International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and explore beyond Athens's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Athens International Airport about three weeks in advance.
When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)
August is the most popular month for flights from Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Athens in March.
When reserving your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Athens International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Athens, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BGW to ATH in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Athens, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Travel about 306 kilometres north to Thessaloniki to tick off its top attractions. From Church of Agia Sofia to Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Start your sightseeing at Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
