Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
The timezone in Baghdad is UTC+3, which is five hours behind Perth.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your PER to BGW flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Perth Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Hamad International Airport is a top stopover on the PER to BGW route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Rs144,508 is the best price for a one-way Perth Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs240,804. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PER to BGW if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Perth Airport to Baghdad International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from PER to BGW is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Perth Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Of all flights leaving Perth Airport, 73.04% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Perth to Perth Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Perth Airport to Baghdad International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to PER:
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Perth Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BGW instead:
Line up a Baghdad International Airport rental car from top outlets like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own wheels, you can venture beyond Baghdad and experience places that fly under the radar.
Reserving your vehicle from Baghdad International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport to central Baghdad has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
August is the most popular month for flights from Perth Airport to Baghdad International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Baghdad in April.
Book your flight from Perth Airport to Baghdad International Airport for July if you want to explore Baghdad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC and 47ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PER to BGW in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 20ºC then.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Iraq just waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres north of Baghdad, a visit to Mosul will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
Erbil is another sought-after destination in Iraq and is around 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. No trip is complete without visiting Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum.
