Flying from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
The timezone in Baghdad is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of Ottawa.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YOW to BGW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
At the moment, ₹ 66,187 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 127,522. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YOW to BGW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
58.21% of flights departing from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Baghdad International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near YOW:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
If you're arriving on a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near BGW:
Travel beyond Baghdad and discover places that are off the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Baghdad International Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport to the centre of Baghdad has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Baghdad. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Baghdad is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC and 47ºC. Book your flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Baghdad International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from YOW to BGW in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 20ºC on average.
Explore more of Iraq
You've visited Baghdad, now it's time to explore other corners of Iraq. Journey around 354 kilometres north to Mosul to check off its leading sights. From Nergal Gate - Nineveh to Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Iraq, consider Erbil, roughly 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum are key reasons to visit.
