Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
The timezone in Baghdad is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Zurich.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ZRH to BGW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight is ر.ق. 553. A return fare right now is ر.ق. 1,154. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ZRH to BGW if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Zurich Airport to Baghdad International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Zurich Airport to Baghdad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of the flights that depart from Zurich Airport, 69.02% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Zurich Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Zurich Airport to Baghdad International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near ZRH:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Zurich Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BGW instead:
Explore beyond Baghdad and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can pick up a Baghdad International Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
Booking your ride from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Baghdad. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Zurich Airport to Baghdad International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Baghdad in April.
The warmest month in Baghdad is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 47ºC. Lock in your flights from Zurich Airport to Baghdad International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from ZRH to BGW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 20ºC on average.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Iraq just waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres north of Baghdad, a trip to Mosul will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
Around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad, Erbil is another favourite stop in Iraq. Start your sightseeing at Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.
