Az Zubayr to Mosul flights
Mosul lies 786 km (488 mi) north-west of Az Zubayr, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 45 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.
| Az Zubayr | Mosul | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 122,676 | 1.7 million |
| Elevation | 13 m (43 ft) | 228 m (748 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Nearest large airport | BSR, 18 km out | EBL, 75 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Az Zubayr
Az Zubayr is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Basra International Airport (BSR), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 13,124-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Abadan Ayatollah Jami International Airport (ABD, 51 km).
Arriving in Mosul
Mosul is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Erbil International Airport (EBL), 75 km (47 mi) from the centre, whose 15,748-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erbil International Airport | EBL | 75 km (47 mi) | 15,748 ft | 1,341 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mosul from Az Zubayr?
786 km (488 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Az Zubayr.
How long does it take to get from Az Zubayr to Mosul by air?
About 1 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Az Zubayr and Mosul?
No, both are on Asia/Baghdad at the moment.
Which airports are used for Az Zubayr to Mosul flights?
Typically Basra International Airport (BSR) to Erbil International Airport (EBL).
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.