Flying from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Baghdad's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Baghdad one hour behind Sharjah.
Flights from SHJ to BGW start at 07:55 — the first with Air Arabia. The last departure is at 17:45 with Iraqi Airways. Overall, you can take your pick of 13 weekly Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SHJ to BGW flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Air Arabia offers direct flights from Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Baghdad — and maybe even more of Iraq if time allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Air Arabia.
Air Arabia leads the way as the most punctual carrier for SHJ to BGW flights, with 82.56% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SHJ and BGW:
Hamad International Airport
Amman Queen Alia Airport
Bahrain Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah Airport (SHJ) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight is $214. A round-trip ticket right now is $431. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from SHJ to BGW by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SHJ to BGW by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about Sharjah Airport (SHJ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sharjah Airport, data shows 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Sharjah Airport from central Sharjah, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near SHJ. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Touching down on a late Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight? Grab your bags and head straight to a nearby hotel. Two options close to BGW are Palm Hotel and Baghdad Intl. Airport Hotel.
Pick up the keys to a Baghdad International Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Baghdad and visit places that usually fly under the radar.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Baghdad International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport to central Baghdad has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
September is the most popular month for flights from Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Baghdad in March.
Lock in your flight from Sharjah Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Baghdad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SHJ to BGW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Iraq waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres north of Baghdad, a trip to Mosul will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah).
Around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad, Erbil is another essential stop in Iraq. No visit is complete without checking out Jalil Khayat Mosque, Saint George Church and Citadel of Arbil.
