Flying from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Baghdad is one hour ahead of Bucharest and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your OTP to BGW flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between OTP and BGW:
Queen Alia International Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight is ₹ 11,867. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 25,446. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from OTP to BGW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Baghdad International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from OTP to BGW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.27% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Bucharest. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to OTP? If you've booked an early flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Consider booking a hotel near BGW if you have a late Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Baghdad International Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Baghdad and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Baghdad in April.
The warmest month in Baghdad is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 47ºC. Book your flights from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Baghdad International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OTP to BGW in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 20ºC then.
Explore more of Iraq
You've done Baghdad, now it's time to explore other corners of Iraq. Journey around 354 kilometres north to Mosul to check off its popular sights. From Nergal Gate - Nineveh to Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad, Erbil is another essential stop in Iraq. No visit is complete without checking out Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.