Flying from Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): What you need to know
Baghdad is ten hours ahead of Phoenix. Baghdad International Airport is located in Baghdad, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Phoenix to BGW.
March is a popular time to fly out. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
PHX is around 5 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PHX arrive at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
The address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
AZA is around 32 kilometres from central Phoenix. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Phoenix to BGW flight? Unwind in a hotel near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 82% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Have a late flight from Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport or just want to relax ASAP? Booking a hotel close to BGW is worth considering. Palm Hotel and Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel are great options.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Baghdad. It takes around 30 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport is ₹ 81,219. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 142,072. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Phoenix to BGW if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Cheap Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to visit Baghdad. January is when most people book flights from Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport (BGW), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Baghdad is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 47ºC. Book your Phoenix to BGW plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC and 20ºC.
More about Baghdad
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Baghdad right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Baghdad International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Al-Kadhimiya Mosque, Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet are top attractions which should be on every Baghdad itinerary.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Iraq waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres north of Baghdad, a visit to Kirkuk will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Kirkuk Citadel, Shoraw Grand Mosque and Al-Adel Mosque.
If there's time to check out another corner of Iraq, head for Najaf, roughly 137 kilometres south of Baghdad. Great Mosque of Kufa, Mosque and Ali Hussein, the largest (p) and The shrine of Sayed Ibrahim, peace be upon him are key reasons to visit.
