Flying from Tampa to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Tampa. Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Tampa to Baghdad International Airport (BGW) taking off from here.
The timezone in Baghdad is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of Tampa. Baghdad International Airport is located in Baghdad.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Tampa to BGW.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Tampa International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Tampa to Baghdad International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the departures from Tampa International Airport, 78.59% land on time at their destination.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 29 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Tampa to BGW flight, stay in one of these hotels near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport:
When it comes to flight punctuality, St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.01%.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Consider booking a hotel near BGW if you have a late flight from Tampa to Baghdad International Airport. Pick one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Pick up a Baghdad International Airport rental car from top outlets like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Baghdad and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Tampa to Baghdad International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Baghdad International Airport is $1,093. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $2,847. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Tampa to BGW, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Tampa to Baghdad International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Tampa to Baghdad International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Tampa to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Tampa to Baghdad International Airport (BGW). Visit Baghdad in April for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Tampa to BGW flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Baghdad to range from 30ºC (86ºF) to 47ºC (117ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Baghdad International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging 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 Tampa to Baghdad International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Baghdad when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Al-Kadhimiya Mosque followed by Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet.
Explore more of Iraq
You've seen Baghdad, now it's time to explore more of Iraq. Journey around 241 kilometres north to Kirkuk to tick off its popular sights. From Shoraw Grand Mosque to Al-Adel Mosque and Abdul Aziz mosque جامع عبدالعزيز, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 137 kilometres south of Baghdad, Najaf is another favourite stop in Iraq. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Great Mosque of Kufa, نجف and مرقد الامام علي بن ابي طالب(علية السلام).
