Travelling from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Baghdad is nine hours ahead of Salt Lake City and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SLC to BGW flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
At the moment, 453 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Salt Lake City International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 1.086 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from SLC to BGW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
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Handy information about Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
You'll find SLC at 776 North Terminal Drive.
Salt Lake City International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from SLC arrive on schedule 82.4% of the time.
Salt Lake City International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Salt Lake City. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours 55 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near SLC? If you're boarding an early flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Salt Lake City International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BGW instead:
Set yourself up with a Baghdad International Airport rental car from leading outlets like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own set of wheels, you can venture beyond Baghdad and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Booking your ride from Baghdad International Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport to the centre of Baghdad has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Salt Lake City International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Baghdad in April.
Book your flight from Salt Lake City International Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you want to go to Baghdad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SLC to BGW in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
Mosul is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Baghdad. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Iraq, consider Erbil, about 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum are among the biggest draws.