Flying from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Tehran: what you need to know
Expect to be traveling for 1 hour 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran.
Tehran is 30 minutes ahead of Baghdad, where Baghdad International Airport is located. Tehran follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.
The busiest route is from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). You can choose from 15 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from BGW to IKA is the 08:00 Sepehran Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 22:10 with Sepehran Airlines.
To avoid rushing for your BGW to Tehran flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling over a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your journey at BGW and fly straight to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Baghdad International Airport to Tehran tickets.
Check out the deals with Sepehran Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from BGW to Tehran, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Located around 13 kilometers from the center of Baghdad, BGW can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Traveling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran? Stay at a hotel close to BGW, such as Palm Hotel. Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel will also put you moments from the terminal.
Of all flights departing from Baghdad International Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Tehran
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Tehran flight is AED 1,202. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,640. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BGW to Tehran.
The best month for landing cheap Baghdad International Airport to Tehran tickets is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Tehran
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR) to central Tehran takes about 25 minutes by car. The center is roughly 13 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
Get off your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran and be snoozing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a comfortable option that's not too far from THR, consider Tehran Grand Hotel.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Once your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran has landed, you can reach the city center in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tehran is roughly 48 kilometers from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the center takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Leave arrivals and head for a hotel near IKA. Wind down after your BGW to Tehran flight at Remis Hotel. Or put up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest up at Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran. March is the most popular month to travel to Tehran. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your Baghdad International Airport to Tehran plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BGW to Tehran around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tehran right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Tehran:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. National Museum of Iran, Golestan Palace and Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art are attractions you won't want to skip in Tehran.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Tehran, now it's time to explore other corners of Iran. Journey about 338 kilometers south to Isfahan to tick off its popular sights. From Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah to Imam Mosque and Naqshe Jahan Square(Shah Square), you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Qom is another standout destination in Iran and is around 129 kilometers south of Tehran. No journey is complete without visiting Hazrat Fatima Masumeh Holy Shrine, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.
