Cheap flights from Colombo to Baghdad from £398

Cheap flights from Colombo to Baghdad from £398

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Wed, Apr 22
Colombo CMBBaghdad BGW
£398
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Tue, Apr 21
Colombo CMBBaghdad BGW
£398
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Sun, Apr 19
Colombo CMBBaghdad BGW
£407
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Tue, Apr 21
Colombo CMBBaghdad BGW
£415
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Thu, Apr 23
Colombo CMBBaghdad BGW
£440
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Thu, Apr 23
Colombo CMBBaghdad BGW
£454
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Mon, Apr 20 – Sat, Apr 25
Colombo CMBBaghdad BGW
£691
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Mon, Apr 20 – Sun, Apr 26
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Mon, Apr 20 – Sun, Apr 26
Colombo CMBBaghdad BGW
£698
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Mon, Apr 20 – Sun, Apr 26
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Mon, Apr 20 – Sun, Apr 26
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£703
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Wed, Apr 22 – Sun, Apr 26
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How much do flights to Baghdad cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£398

Cheapest round-trip

£691

Average round-trip

£970

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Turkish Airlines

Getting from Baghdad airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or private transfer. Best value: airport shuttle bus.

Baghdad is served by Baghdad International Airport (BGW), located approximately 16 km west of the city center. For travelers seeking airport transfers to city center destinations, options include taxis, private transfers, ride-hailing services, and limited shuttle services. Due to the security situation and infrastructure considerations, public transport options are more limited compared to other major cities. Journey times vary significantly depending on traffic conditions and security checkpoints.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

25-50 min

IQD 35,000-IQD 60,000 (IQD 35,000–60,000 (~$25–45 USD); negotiate before departure)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

25-45 min

IQD 65,000-IQD 130,000 (IQD 65,000–130,000 (~$50–100 USD); pre-booked)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

security and comfort

25-50 min

IQD 25,000-IQD 50,000 (IQD 25,000–50,000 (~$19–38 USD); app-based pricing)

on-demand via app (traffic dependent)

transparent pricing

30-60 min

IQD 0-IQD 40,000 (IQD 0–40,000 (~$0–30 USD); often complimentary for guests)

scheduled by hotel (traffic dependent)

hotel guests

25-50 min

IQD 65,000-IQD 130,000 (IQD 65,000–130,000 (~$50–100 USD) per day)

airport desk hours (traffic dependent)

flexibility and independence

Notes:

  • Prices in IQD (Iraqi Dinar); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Security checkpoints may add significant time to journeys; allow extra time.
  • Taxi fares should be negotiated before departure; there are no meters.
  • Ride-hailing services like Careem operate in Baghdad but availability may vary.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites and your hotel for current transfer options before travel.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Baghdad

Depart from
Bandaranaike International
Arrive to
Baghdad International
Average flights per week
307
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Colombo to Baghdad

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKNo
Air ArabiaABYG9No
Etihad AirwaysETDEYNo
Royal JordanianRJARJYes
Qatar AirwaysQTRQRYes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Baghdad

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January17°C8°C
February20°C10°C
March25°C14°C
April31°C19°C
May37°C25°C
June43°C30°C
July45°C33°C
August45°C32°C
September41°C29°C
October34°C23°C
November25°C16°C
December19°C11°C
Hottest Month
45°C
July
Coldest month
8°C
January
Sunny days
351
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
12 Apr
89%
28°C17°C
19 Apr
81%
33°C20°C
Monday
13 Apr
25°C16°C
20 Apr
31°C21°C
Tuesday
14 Apr
25°C16°C
21 Apr
32°C22°C
Wednesday
15 Apr
27°C16°C
22 Apr
33°C23°C
Thursday
16 Apr
30°C19°C
23 Apr
33°C23°C
Friday
17 Apr
32°C20°C
24 Apr
33°C23°C
Saturday
18 Apr
67%
30°C24°C
25 Apr
32°C24°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Turkish Airlines, Air Arabia, Etihad Airways, Royal Jordanian, and Qatar Airways. Colombo and Baghdad have 307 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Colombo?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Colombo and London, Bangkok, Malé, Manchester, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Bali, New Delhi, Edinburgh, Singapore, Denpasar, Chennai, Birmingham, Goa, Tel Aviv, Phuket City, Abu Dhabi, Phuket Province, Mumbai, Perth.
What are the most popular routes to and from Baghdad?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Baghdad and London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Helsinki, Birmingham, Istanbul, Stockholm, Detroit, Copenhagen, Jeddah, Glasgow, Liverpool, Dublin, Bucharest, Cairo, Athens, Düsseldorf, Muscat, Vienna, Brussels.
Which airports are there in Colombo?
Colombo is mainly served by Bandaranaike International. But there are other airports nearby, including Colombo Ratmalana Airport, Kelani River-Peliyagoda Waterdrome, Dandugama Sea Plane Base.
What airports are near Colombo?
The main airport in Colombo is Bandaranaike International. It is also served by Hatton Castlereigh Resrvr SPB, Koggala, Sigiriya.
What airports are near Baghdad?
The main airport in Baghdad is Baghdad International. It is also served by Baghdad International, Al Najaf International.
Which airlines fly between Colombo and Baghdad?
Currently, you can fly between Colombo and Baghdad with Turkish Airlines, Air Arabia, Etihad Airways, Royal Jordanian, Qatar Airways.
When’s the best time to travel between Colombo and Baghdad?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Colombo and Baghdad, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Colombo and Baghdad?
Traveling between Colombo and Baghdad, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Colombo?
There are a number of airports in and around Colombo. The main one is Bandaranaike International and other nearby airports include Hatton Castlereigh Resrvr SPB, Koggala, Sigiriya
How many airports are there near Baghdad?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Colombo and Baghdad depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Colombo and Baghdad arrive?
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What time do flights between Colombo and Baghdad arrive?

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