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You're Going to Love Baghdad

With 7,22 million inhabitants, Baghdad is the most populous city in Iraq. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Baghdad has to offer.

Baghdad in March

Estimated hotel price

$169

1 night at 3-star hotel

$169

1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Baghdad in July, when the average temperature is 93.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 109.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 0.8″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Baghdad, with an average rainfall of 0″.

Temperatures

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Plane

When flying to Baghdad, you’ll arrive at Baghdad Intl (BGW), which is located 14 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Baghdad from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 14h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Baghdad is to pick up a car rental from Erbil, which is about 320 km from Baghdad. You’ll find branches of Fox and Sixt, among others, in Erbil.

Plane

When flying to Baghdad, you’ll arrive at Baghdad Intl (BGW), which is located 14 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Baghdad from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 14h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Baghdad is to pick up a car rental from Erbil, which is about 320 km from Baghdad. You’ll find branches of Fox and Sixt, among others, in Erbil.

Airports near Baghdad

BGWBaghdad Intl

NJFAl Najaf Intl

Airlines serving Baghdad

British Airways

Good (7,582 reviews)

Turkish Airlines

Good (4,104 reviews)

Good (3,683 reviews)

Excellent (3,441 reviews)

Good (1,332 reviews)

Good (392 reviews)

Good (1,892 reviews)

Pegasus Airlines

Good (637 reviews)

Good (227 reviews)

Good (322 reviews)

Royal Jordanian

Good (443 reviews)

Good (54 reviews)

Good (145 reviews)

Good (19 reviews)

Aegean Airlines

Excellent (834 reviews)

Excellent (113 reviews)

Good (120 reviews)

Good (15 reviews)

Jazeera Airways

Good (12 reviews)

Okay (85 reviews)

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Where to stay in Baghdad

Average rates range from around $83 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $216 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Baghdad

Most booked hotels in Baghdad

Noor Land Hotel

4 stars

Good (7.8, 415 reviews)

$102+

Shanasheel Palace Hotel

4 stars

Good (7.8, 271 reviews)

$107+

Coral Baghdad Hotel

4 stars

Good (7.6, 388 reviews)

$170+

Babylon Rotana Hotel

5 stars

Good (7.5, 395 reviews)

$198+

Baghdad International Hotel

5 stars

Good (7.2, 377 reviews)

$280+

Renting a car in Baghdad costs $32 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Baghdad Intl.

Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Baghdad, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Baghdad costs $32 per day, on average, or $158 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Baghdad Intl.

Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Baghdad, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.