Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport (BGW). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the two main airports in Kuala Lumpur.
Expect to be in the air for 8 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport flight.
The timezone in Baghdad is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Baghdad International Airport is located in Baghdad.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Kuala Lumpur to BGW. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport (BGW) leave from this terminal.
When taking off from KUL, you can take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport with Iraqi Airways.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Iraqi Airways from KUL to BGW.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to BGW leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Located around 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% land on time at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to BGW flight:
67.97% of flights out of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near BGW:
Book a Baghdad International Airport rental car and see parts of the region that most travellers miss. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Baghdad and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport is ₹ 24,009. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 49,604. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Snap up cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to BGW by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport (BGW). Visit Baghdad in April for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Baghdad is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 47ºC. Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to BGW flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC and 20ºC.
More about Baghdad
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Baghdad International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Baghdad:
Your visit to Baghdad should come with a side of sightseeing. Highlights that are worth your time include Al-Kadhimiya Mosque, Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iraq waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres north of Baghdad, a trip to Kirkuk will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Shoraw Grand Mosque, Al-Adel Mosque and Abdul Aziz mosque جامع عبدالعزيز.
Around 137 kilometres south of Baghdad, Najaf is another favourite stop in Iraq. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Great Mosque of Kufa, نجف and مرقد الامام علي بن ابي طالب(علية السلام).
