Flying from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU): what you need to know
Baghdad and Sulaymaniyah follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BGW to ISU flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Iraqi Airways is your ticket to exploring Sulaymaniyah (and maybe even some other great parts of Iraq!). Browse the direct flights from Baghdad International Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Iraqi Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for BGW to ISU flights is Iraqi Airways.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Baghdad International Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between BGW and ISU include:
Queen Alia International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
ج.م. 16,993 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م. 41,211. These fares may change based on demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from BGW to ISU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BGW to ISU.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Baghdad International Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
Of all flights leaving Baghdad International Airport, 72.91% touch down on time at their destination.
Baghdad International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Baghdad. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near BGW:
Arriving at Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
Consider checking in to Grand Millennium Sulaimani after touching down from your Baghdad International Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport flight. It's not too far from ISU and a good choice if you're eager to get some rest right away.
Venture beyond Sulaymaniyah and check out places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Sulaimaniyah International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the lowest possible price, book your ride from Sulaimaniyah International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices typically go up as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU) to central Sulaymaniyah
Sulaimaniyah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Sulaymaniyah. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Sulaimaniyah International Airport (ISU)
The quietest month for a flight from Baghdad International Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Sulaymaniyah based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Sulaimaniyah International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Sulaymaniyah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 41ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BGW to ISU in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of Iraq
Sulaymaniyah is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Iraq waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres south of Sulaymaniyah, a visit to Baghdad will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Iraq, head for Mosul, roughly 225 kilometres north-west of Sulaymaniyah. Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city are among the biggest draws.
