Flying from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
The timezone in Baghdad is UTC+3, which is four hours behind Bangkok.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BKK to BGW flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between BKK and BGW:
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
$291 is the lowest price for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Return flights start at $657. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BKK to BGW. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Baghdad International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from BKK to BGW.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
67.87% of flights that depart Suvarnabhumi Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near BKK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Baghdad International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Consider staying in a hotel near BGW if you're on a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up 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 explore places most visitors tend to miss.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
From Baghdad International Airport, Baghdad is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Baghdad International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Baghdad in April.
Book your flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you want to visit Baghdad during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BKK to BGW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Iraq waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres north of Baghdad, a visit to Mosul will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
Erbil is another standout destination in Iraq and is around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. No trip is complete without seeing Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.
