Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Mashhad Airport (MHD): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Baghdad International Airport to Mashhad Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Mashhad is 30 minutes ahead of Baghdad and follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 22 weekly Baghdad International Airport to Mashhad Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your BGW to MHD flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
With direct flights from Baghdad International Airport to Mashhad Airport available through various airlines, flying to Mashhad (and then other corners of Iran) is a breeze. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
Sepehran Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Iraqi Airways is the most punctual carrier offering BGW to MHD 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 Mashhad Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BGW and MHD:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Sharjah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Mashhad Airport (MHD)
250 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Mashhad Airport flight. A return flight starts from 583 €. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BGW to MHD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Baghdad International Airport to Mashhad Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BGW to MHD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Baghdad International Airport to Mashhad Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Of the flights that depart from Baghdad International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
Baghdad International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Baghdad. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
If you're taking an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Mashhad Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra sleep) at Palm Hotel. Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel is another convenient option near BGW.
Arriving at Mashhad Airport (MHD)
After your Baghdad International Airport to Mashhad Airport flight has touched down, relax at a hotel close by. Golden Palace Hotel (Ghasr Talaei) is a good option that's not too far from MHD.
Getting from Mashhad Airport (MHD) to central Mashhad
From Mashhad Airport, Mashhad is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Mashhad Airport (MHD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Baghdad International Airport to Mashhad Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Mashhad in March.
Before locking in your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Mashhad Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Mashhad, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BGW to MHD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iran
Gorgan is just one of the many places in Iran waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Mashhad. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Naharkhoran Park, Gonbad-e Qabus Tower and Gorgan Archaeological Museum.
Around 177 kilometres west of Mashhad, Sabzevar is another essential stop in Iran. No visit is complete without checking out Jameh Mosque of Sabzevar, Cultural Centre of Imam Reza and Khosrogerd Minaret.