Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Baghdad is three hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your STN to BGW flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stansted Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between STN and BGW:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Stansted Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight is 107 €. A round-trip fare is currently 164 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from STN to BGW, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Stansted Airport to Baghdad International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Stansted Airport (STN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Stansted Airport, data shows 64.73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to Stansted Airport is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to STN? If you're catching an early flight from Stansted Airport to Baghdad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
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 Stansted Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BGW instead:
Book a Baghdad International Airport rental car and check out destinations off the typical tourist track. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Baghdad and beyond.
Booking your ride from Baghdad International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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)
The quietest month for a flight from Stansted Airport to Baghdad International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Baghdad based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Stansted Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Baghdad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from STN to BGW sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
Mosul is just one of the many cities in Iraq waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Baghdad. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
Erbil is another sought-after destination in Iraq and is around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. No trip is complete without visiting Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.