Al Qurnah to Baghdad flights
Baghdad lies 385 km (239 mi) north-west of Al Qurnah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 15 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.
| Al Qurnah | Baghdad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 134,174 | 7.2 million |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Nearest large airport | BSR, 56 km out | BGW, 18 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Al Qurnah
Al Qurnah is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Basra International Airport (BSR), 56 km (35 mi) from the centre, whose 13,124-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
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 Al Qurnah?
385 km (239 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Al Qurnah.
How long does it take to get from Al Qurnah to Baghdad by air?
About 1 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Al Qurnah and Baghdad?
No, both are on Asia/Baghdad at the moment.
Which airports are used for Al Qurnah to Baghdad flights?
Typically Basra International Airport (BSR) to Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW).
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.