Aleppo to Baghdad flights
Baghdad lies 734 km (456 mi) south-east of Aleppo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 41 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.
| Aleppo | Baghdad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Iraq |
| Population | 2.1 million | 7.2 million |
| Elevation | 401 m (1,316 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Nearest large airport | ALP, 6 km out | BGW, 18 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Baghdad
Crossing from Syria into Iraq: money changes from the Pound to the Dinar (IQD); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro; 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 Aleppo
Aleppo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Aleppo International Airport (ALP), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,547 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport (GZT, 88 km), Hatay Airport (HTY, 80 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 Aleppo?
734 km (456 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Aleppo.
How long does it take to get from Aleppo to Baghdad by air?
About 1 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aleppo and Baghdad?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Aleppo to Baghdad flights?
Typically Aleppo International Airport (ALP) 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.