Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, making Tehran 30 minutes ahead of Baghdad.
You can choose from nine weekly Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flights. The 08:30 departure with Iran Airtour is the earliest flight you can take. Iraqi Airways operates the last service of the day at 17:00.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BGW to IKA flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Iran Airtour is your gateway to exploring Tehran (and maybe even some other great corners of Iran!). Browse the direct flights from Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport offered by this carrier.
Iran Airtour is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Iran Airtour is the most punctual carrier that operates BGW to IKA flights.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BGW and IKA:
Dubai Airport
Muscat International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Currently, 246 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 396 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BGW to IKA.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Of the departures from Baghdad International Airport, 72.91% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Baghdad International Airport from central Baghdad, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near BGW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just come in on a late Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are good choices near IKA.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport to the centre of Tehran has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The quietest month for a flight from Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Tehran based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Tehran during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BGW to IKA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iran
You've visited Tehran, now it's time to explore more of Iran. Journey around 338 kilometres south to Isfahan to check off its top sights. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Iran, head for Karaj, about 32 kilometres west of Tehran. Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park are key reasons to visit.