Travelling from Rome to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): What you need to know
Baghdad is two hours ahead of Rome. Baghdad International Airport is located in Baghdad, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Rome to BGW. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rome
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Rome to BGW leaving from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
FCO is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Baghdad International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). It's a key transfer point for flights from Rome to Baghdad International Airport (BGW) out of Rome Ciampino Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in about 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Rome Ciampino Airport the day before your Rome to BGW flight:
Rome Ciampino Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 85% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've touched down on a late flight from Rome to Baghdad International Airport. Palm Hotel and Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel are great options near BGW.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Rome to Baghdad International Airport flight.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Baghdad. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Baghdad International Airport is 138 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 309 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Rome to BGW. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Rome to Baghdad International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Rome to Baghdad International Airport.
The best time to fly from Rome to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Baghdad. January is when most people book flights from Rome to Baghdad International Airport (BGW), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Baghdad is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF). Book your Rome to BGW plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rome to Baghdad International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Baghdad
Once you've booked your flight from Rome to Baghdad International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Baghdad:
Al-Kadhimiya Mosque and Great Mosque are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Baghdad must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Mosque of the Prophet.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Iraq waiting to be discovered. About 241 kilometres north of Baghdad, a visit to Kirkuk will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Kirkuk Citadel, Shoraw Grand Mosque and Al-Adel Mosque.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Iraq, head for Najaf, about 137 kilometres south of Baghdad. Great Mosque of Kufa, Mosque and Ali Hussein, the largest (p) and The shrine of Sayed Ibrahim, peace be upon him are among the biggest draws.