Flying from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Baghdad International Airport is 2 hours.
Madinah and Baghdad follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
Every week, there are 12 Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, opt for the 01:00 Iraqi Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:20 with Iraqi Airways.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MED to BGW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Iraqi Airways is your gateway to discovering Baghdad (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Iraq!). Check out the direct flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Baghdad International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Iraqi Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
Among carriers operating MED to BGW flights, Iraqi Airways has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MED and BGW:
Hamad International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Currently, 194 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 408 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from MED to BGW by booking at least 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Of the departures from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, 77.98% land on time at their destination.
To reach Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport from central Madinah, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Baghdad International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MED:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BGW instead:
Grab a Baghdad International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Baghdad and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
From Baghdad International Airport, Baghdad is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Baghdad in April.
Book your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Baghdad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MED to BGW sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
You've visited Baghdad, now it's time to explore other corners of Iraq. Journey about 354 kilometres north to Mosul to tick off its must-visit sights. From Nergal Gate - Nineveh to Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Iraq, head for Erbil, roughly 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum are highlights.