Baghdad to Zarqa flights
Zarqa lies 790 km (491 mi) west of Baghdad, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 46 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.
| Baghdad | Zarqa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Jordan |
| Population | 7.2 million | 792,665 |
| Elevation | 41 m (135 ft) | 625 m (2,051 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Amman) |
| Nearest large airport | BGW, 18 km out | ADJ, 14 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Zarqa
Crossing from Iraq into Jordan: money changes from the Dinar to the Dinar (JOD); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 5-15, SN 441011, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +962; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Zarqa
Zarqa is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 10,745-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Queen Alia International Airport (AMM, 40 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport | ADJ | 14 km (9 mi) | 10,745 ft | 2,555 ft |
| Queen Alia International Airport | AMM | 40 km (25 mi) | 12,008 ft | 2,395 ft |
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Staying in Zarqa
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Common questions
How far is Zarqa from Baghdad?
790 km (491 mi) in a straight line, west of Baghdad.
How long does it take to get from Baghdad to Zarqa by air?
About 1 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Baghdad and Zarqa?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Baghdad to Zarqa flights?
Typically Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW) to Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ); Zarqa also has AMM.
What currency do I need in Zarqa?
The Dinar (JOD).
Where can I stay in Zarqa?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Zarqa, bookable on this site.
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.