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Flying to Iraq

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest plane ticket foundAED 283
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 36 mins
Possible destinations6
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week133

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Looking for the cheapest ticket prices to Iraq? It looks like December is currently the cheapest time to fly.

Which airlines fly direct to Iraq?

Frequently asked questions

The average flight time between United Arab Emirates and Baghdad (Iraq's capital), is 2 hours and 32 minutes. This has been calculated based on journeys departing from Abu Dhabi.
Emirates, flydubai, Air Arabia, Iraqi Airways, Fly Baghdad, Coyne Airways, UR airlines and Etihad Airways all fly non-stop to Iraq.
We crunched some numbers and found that the cheapest month to fly to Iraq is currently October.
Yes – you can fly direct to Baghdad, Erbil, Basra and many more destinations in Iraq.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Iraq is AED 283. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
The cheapest city to fly into is Baghdad, and the cheapest airport serving this city at the moment is Baghdad International.
The cheapest airport in Iraq is Baghdad International – we've found flights from AED 283.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Iraq is Thursday, October 31, 2024, to Baghdad International Airport.

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How to Find Cheap Flights to Iraq

Find the best deal on cheap flights to Iraq with Skyscanner. To find the best flight price for your holiday, use Skyscanner’s flight search. If you’re flexible on when you fly, select the ‘cheapest month’ option to see the lowest prices over a whole year. Or if you know what month you want to fly to Iraq, find the cheapest day to travel with our whole month search tool.

What Airlines Fly from the UAE to Iraq?

If you are looking to book flights from the UAE to Iran, there are plenty of options available to you. It is currently possible to fly directly from the UAE to Baghdad, Basra, Erbil, Najaf and Sulaymaniyah. The primary airport in the country is Baghdad International Airport - UAE-based travelers will be able to fly to Baghdad out of Dubai International Airport with Emirates, Iraqi Airways and flydubai. Alternatively, those looking to catch flights to Basra will be able to arrive at Basra International Airport from Dubai International Airport with Emirates, Iraqi Airways and flydubai, or leave from Sharjah with Air Arabia.

It is also possible to travel to Al Najaf International Airport from Dubai or Sharjah. If you are coming from Dubai you can make the journey with flydubai and Iraqi Airways from Dubai International Airport, while those coming from Sharjah can fly with Air Arabia. Currently flights to Erbil International Airport are also possible from Dubai International Airport with flydubai and Iraqi Airways or out of Sharjah with Air Arabia.

Where to Stay in Iraq

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Iraq Travel Information

UAE nationals traveling to Iraq will have to apply for a visa first before flying, although if you are arriving at Al Najaf International Airport or Basra International Airport you can obtain a visa upon arrival. The country is generally hot throughout with some regions experiencing temperatures on a similar level to the UAE, although some inland cities like Erbil can get surprisingly chilly over the winter. The Iraqi dinar is the currency you will need while you are in Iraq, while you can expect prices to be a lot lower to those in the UAE.

* This information is correct as of June 2019


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