Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
The timezone in Baghdad is UTC+3, which is one hour behind Muscat.
You can choose from five weekly Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flights. The 09:00 departure with SalamAir is the earliest flight you can take. SalamAir operates the latest service of the day at 16:45.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MCT to BGW flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
SalamAir is your ticket to exploring Baghdad (and maybe even some other great corners of Iraq!). Check out the direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport offered by this carrier.
SalamAir tops the list for bookings on this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MCT and BGW include:
Bahrain International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Right now, Rs33,478 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs66,342. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MCT to BGW.
The cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MCT to BGW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MCT make it to their destination as scheduled 85.46% of the time.
To get to Muscat International Airport from central Muscat, it takes around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MCT. Whether you're catching an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Consider staying in a hotel near BGW if you're taking a late Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel farther out of Baghdad and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own wheels. You can pick up a Baghdad International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
Reserving your vehicle from Baghdad International Airport around 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 about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Baghdad in April.
The warmest month in Baghdad is July, with the temperature ranging between 30ºC and 47ºC. Book your flights from Muscat International Airport to Baghdad International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MCT to BGW around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Iraq
You've done Baghdad, now it's time to discover other corners of Iraq. Travel about 354 kilometres north to Mosul to check off its popular sights. From Nergal Gate - Nineveh to Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad, Erbil is another favourite stop in Iraq. Experience major highlights starting with Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.