Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Cairo Airport (CAI): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport is 2 hours 15 minutes.
Cairo is one hour behind Baghdad and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Each week, there are 17 Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, opt for the 04:20 EgyptAir flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:30 with Nile Air.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BGW to CAI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport. When you're ready to start your Cairo holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Egypt:
Iraqi Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 68.97% of services arriving as scheduled, Iraqi Airways is the most punctual carrier offering BGW to CAI flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between BGW and CAI:
Istanbul Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
Beirut Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Cairo Airport (CAI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport flight is 142 €. A return fare is currently 300 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BGW to CAI, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Of the flights that depart from Baghdad International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Baghdad International Airport from central Baghdad, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport? Palm Hotel and Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel are close to BGW. They're an especially great option if you're taking off early.
Arriving at Cairo Airport (CAI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Pick up a Cairo Airport rental car and explore Cairo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Hertz and Alamo are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Cairo Airport around one week before your trip.
When to fly to Cairo Airport (CAI)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cairo. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Cairo Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BGW to CAI sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Cairo is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Egypt you should also see. About 177 kilometres north-west of Cairo, a visit to Alexandria will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Bibliotheca Alexandria, Lighthouse of Alexandria and Cleopatra Beach.
Port Said is another favourite destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo. No trip is complete without a visit to Suez Canal, Museum of Modern Art in Port Said and Zahir Mosque.