Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Damascus International Airport (DAM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Baghdad International Airport to Damascus International Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Baghdad and Damascus are in the UTC+3 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Flights from BGW to DAM start at 06:00 — the first with Hex'Air. The latest departure is at 21:00 with Cham Wings Airlines. In total, you can choose from 24 weekly Baghdad International Airport to Damascus International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BGW to DAM flight.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can travel nonstop to Damascus, Syria. Take off with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Baghdad International Airport to Damascus International Airport:
Most passengers choose to fly with Fly Baghdad on this route.
Syrianair is the most punctual carrier operating BGW to DAM flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Damascus International Airport flight is ₹ 17,053. A return fare right now is ₹ 38,108. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BGW to DAM.
The cheapest month for flights from Baghdad International Airport to Damascus International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BGW to DAM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Baghdad International Airport to Damascus International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
72.91% of flights leaving from Baghdad International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Baghdad International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Baghdad. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Damascus International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BGW:
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Damascus International Airport is approximately 29 kilometres from the centre of Damascus. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Damascus International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Damascus. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Damascus International Airport for July if you want to explore Damascus during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 39ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BGW to DAM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Syria
You've done Damascus, now it's time to discover more of Syria. Journey about 306 kilometres north to Aleppo to tick off its leading sights. From Aleppo Citadel to The Citadel of Aleppo and The Umayyad Mosque, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 145 kilometres north of Damascus, Homs is another essential stop in Syria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Peronist garden, New Akrama Park and Citadel of Homs.