Abu Dhabi to Baghdad flights
Baghdad lies 1,386 km (861 mi) north-west of Abu Dhabi, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 32 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Abu Dhabi | Baghdad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Iraq |
| Population | 1.8 million | 7.2 million |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Nearest large airport | AUH, 26 km out | BGW, 18 km out |
Clocks in Baghdad are 1 h behind Abu Dhabi right now, so a 2 h 32 min journey lands only 1 h 32 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Baghdad
Crossing from United Arab Emirates into Iraq: money changes from the Dirham to the Dinar (IQD); the dialling code becomes +964; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812.
Airports at each end
Leaving Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Zayed International Airport (AUH), 26 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 13,471-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC, 92 km).
Arriving in Baghdad
Baghdad is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 13,124-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base | BGW | 18 km (11 mi) | 13,124 ft | 114 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Baghdad from Abu Dhabi?
1,386 km (861 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Abu Dhabi.
How long does it take to get from Abu Dhabi to Baghdad by air?
About 2 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Abu Dhabi and Baghdad?
Baghdad is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Baghdad against Asia/Dubai).
Which airports are used for Abu Dhabi to Baghdad flights?
Typically Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW).
What currency do I need in Baghdad?
The Dinar (IQD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.