Travelling from Madinah Airport (MED) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Baghdad's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Madinah.
Each week, there are 40 Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MED to BGW flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Getting to Baghdad (and then seeing more of Iraq!) is easy with Iraqi Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Iraqi Airways.
With 66.67% of its services landing on schedule, Flynas is the most punctual carrier operating MED to BGW flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MED and BGW include:
Hamad International Airport
Cairo Airport
Sharjah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport (MED) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
$252 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Return flights start from $521. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book five months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MED to BGW.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Landing cheap flights from MED to BGW is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about Madinah Airport (MED)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Madinah Airport, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Madinah Airport from central Madinah, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near MED. Whether you've booked an early flight from Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Arriving on a late Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight? Collect your bags and go directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to BGW are Palm Hotel and Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel.
Pick up a Baghdad International Airport rental car and visit the lesser-known spots that'll make your trip unforgettable. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Baghdad and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Baghdad International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
From Baghdad International Airport, Baghdad is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The quietest month for a flight from Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Baghdad based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Madinah Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you want to go to Baghdad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MED to BGW around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Iraq
Mosul is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Baghdad. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah).
If you want to check out another side of Iraq, head for Erbil, about 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. Jalil Khayat Mosque, Saint George Church and Citadel of Arbil are highlights.
