Baghdad airport (BGW)

Baghdad International Airport, opened in 1982, is the largest in Iraq. It operates domestic flights and international routes to destinations in the Middle East, Asia, North Africa, and Europe.

Official Website: baghdad-airport.com - FACEBOOK - INSTAGRAM - X

Number of Terminals - 1 - The terminal is divided into three concourses: A, B, and C (known as the Nineveh, Babylon and Samara terminals).

Annual passenger traffic: 2.9 million passengers passed through in 2022.

Tel: +964 790 140 3537

There is an information desk in the central hall.

 Location

The airport is located in a suburb 16 km (10 miles) west of Baghdad city centre.

Accommodation near Baghdad airport (BGW)

Next to the airport complex are the Baghdad International Airport Hotel and the Palm Hotel. More options can be found in the city centre, including:

Al Yarmouk International Hotel (10.7 km/6.6 miles)
Coral Palace Hotel (14.5 km/9 miles)
Coral Baghdad Hotel (15 km/9.3 miles)
Babylon Rotana Hotel (15.4 km/9.6 miles)
Noor Land Hotel (17.5 km/10.9 miles)

  Booking accommodation

Car rental agencies

In the Arrivals Hall, you will find an Al-Wed Car Rental office (Tel +964 773 450 0777 / 782 360 8386).

You can also request a vehicle from Europcar (Tel +964 780 707 0766).

It is advisable to rent a car with a driver for greater safety when moving around the city.

Parking services at Baghdad airport (BGW)

There are short-term and long-term parking facilities in front of the terminal building, most of which are outdoors.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Passengers who require special assistance or wheelchairs are advised to inform their airline or travel agency about their specific needs before their trip. Reserved spaces are available in the parking lots.