Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Basra International Airport (BSR): what you need to know
Basra's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Basra three hours ahead of London.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LHR to BSR flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Basra International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LHR and BSR:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Basra International Airport (BSR)
$774 is the best price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Basra International Airport flight. Return flights start from $946. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to BSR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Basra International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on time at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Basra International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LHR:
Arriving at Basra International Airport (BSR)
Step off your London Heathrow Airport to Basra International Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a handy option that's not too far from BSR, head for Basrah International Airport Hotel.
Getting from Basra International Airport (BSR) to central Basra
Basra International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Basra. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Basra International Airport (BSR)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Basra International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Basra based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Basra International Airport for July if you want to go to Basra during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 31ºC (88ºF) and 49ºC (120ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LHR to BSR sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is just one of the many cities in Iraq waiting to be discovered once you've seen Basra. Around 451 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
Around 370 kilometres north-west of Basra, Najaf is another essential stop in Iraq. Experience major highlights starting with Al Sahlah Great Mosque, Great Mosque of Kufa and Najaf Amusements Park.