Travelling from Chicago to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): What you need to know
Baghdad is nine hours ahead of Chicago. Baghdad International Airport is located in Baghdad, which runs on the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to BGW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're flying during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Chicago to BGW with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between ORD and BGW include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
ORD is around 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chicago to Baghdad International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Chicago O'Hare International Airport:
70% of flights that take off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to BGW flight:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so on public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Chicago to Baghdad International Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive without delays. At RFD, that figure is 71%.
Chicago Rockford International Airport is located at 2 Airport Cir.
About Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Touching down on a late flight from Chicago to Baghdad International Airport? Collect your bags and head straight to the comfort of a hotel near BGW. Palm Hotel and Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel will have you turning out the lights sooner.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Chicago to Baghdad International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
From Baghdad International Airport, central Baghdad is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Baghdad International Airport is $815. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,438. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to BGW. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Baghdad International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Baghdad. January is when most people book flights from Chicago to Baghdad International Airport (BGW), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a Chicago to BGW plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Baghdad to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 47ºC (117ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Baghdad International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Baghdad
Start your Baghdad trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Baghdad International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Your Baghdad visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Al-Kadhimiya Mosque, Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iraq you should also see. About 241 kilometres north of Baghdad, a visit to Kirkuk will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Kirkuk Citadel, Shoraw Grand Mosque and Al-Adel Mosque.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in 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 highlights.