Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Tehran: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 50 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran.
Tehran is 30 minutes ahead of Baghdad, where Baghdad International Airport is located. Tehran follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.
The most popular route is from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). There are 16 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BGW to IKA is the 08:00 Sepehran Airlines option. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 22:10 with Sepehran Airlines.
To avoid rushing for your BGW to Tehran flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Start your journey at BGW and fly nonstop to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Baghdad International Airport to Tehran tickets.
Get on board with Sepehran Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BGW to Tehran with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
To get to BGW from central Baghdad, it takes around 30 minutes by car. It's roughly 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BGW:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Baghdad International Airport, 72.91% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Tehran
110 € is currently the best price for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Tehran flight. Return plane tickets start at 190 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Book eight months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BGW to Tehran.
December is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on Baghdad International Airport to Tehran tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to keep checking in to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from BGW to Tehran.
Snag an affordable flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to the centre of Tehran takes around 1 hour to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Coming in late on a flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran? Collect your bags and go straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good options close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
Before scheduling your flights from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Tehran offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Baghdad International Airport to Tehran plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BGW to Tehran in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran, explore our range of accommodation options including:
National Museum of Iran and Golestan Palace are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Tehran to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Azadi Tower.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many places in Iran waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Hasht Behesht Palace, Jameh Mosque of Isfahan and Kakh-e Ali Qapu.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Iran, consider Qom, roughly 129 kilometres south of Tehran. Ferdosi Park, Astaneh Museum and Gonbad Sabz Garden are among its highlights.