On this page, you can book flight tickets from Basra to Baghdad. Please note that while the distance between the cities is 447 km, this is a connecting route and usually goes through Istanbul, as direct flights are not currently operated.
To select the best options, use the low price calendar and the price trend chart. Information on how to get to the Basra airport and planning your journey from the Baghdad airport after landing is also available on the website.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Basra — Baghdad by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Basra → Baghdad, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $214 | medium | May | $208 | medium | Sep | $208 | medium |
| Feb | $208 | medium | Jun | $233 | high | Oct | $202 | medium |
| Mar | $195 | low | Jul | $239 | high | Nov | $195 | low |
| Apr | $189 | low | Aug | $233 | high | Dec | $220 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Baghdad is characterized by extremely hot summers and mild winters: in July and August, the average high is 45.6°C. The coolest period is in January with temperatures around 7.3°C, while February is considered the wettest month.
Up-to-date flight cost data for the current year is being updated. To find the cheapest month for your trip, we recommend tracking offers in real-time, as prices depend on the airline and the availability of connecting flights.
The most favorable time to fly is considered to be March or October, when comfortable temperatures ranging from 24.7°C to 35.1°C prevail. It is recommended to avoid traveling during the summer months due to the very dry air and exhausting heat.
Flights from Basra to Baghdad are operated with a layover in Istanbul by international airlines. There are currently no direct flights on this route, so when choosing a ticket, you should focus on the total travel time and connection convenience. A detailed schedule and a list of carriers are provided below.
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Find ticketsFlights Basra — Baghdad depart from Basra International Airport and arrive at Baghdad International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
Since this is a connecting route, the travel time significantly exceeds that of a direct flight and depends on the duration of the layover at the transfer airport. Usually, the journey takes 8–10 hours or more.
Connecting flights are operated by international carriers. A full list of companies available for the selected dates will appear in the search results.
Currently, there is no direct air service between the cities, and all routes include one layover.
Flight ticket prices constantly change depending on demand and season. You can see the current minimum prices in the calendar on this page.
Arrival is at Baghdad International Airport (BGW), located approximately 16 km west of the capital city center.
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