Basrah to Ismailia flights
Ismailia lies 1,484 km (922 mi) west of Basrah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 39 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.
| Basrah | Ismailia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Egypt |
| Population | 1.3 million | 429,465 |
| Elevation | 4 m (13 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
| Nearest large airport | BSR, 12 km out | PSD, 75 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Ismailia
Crossing from Iraq into Egypt: money changes from the Dinar to the Pound (EGP); sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +20; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648825.
Airports at each end
Leaving Basrah
Basrah is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Basra International Airport (BSR), 12 km (7 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, 46 km).
Arriving in Ismailia
Ismailia is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Port Said International Airport (PSD), 75 km (47 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,707 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Capital International Airport (CCE, 73 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Said International Airport | PSD | 75 km (47 mi) | 7,707 ft | 10 ft |
| Capital International Airport (regional) | CCE | 73 km (45 mi) | 11,980 ft | 761 ft |
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Staying in Ismailia
Our booking partner lists 21 places to stay in Ismailia. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (5), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 1,221 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Ismailia from Basrah?
1,484 km (922 mi) in a straight line, west of Basrah.
How long does it take to get from Basrah to Ismailia by air?
About 2 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Basrah and Ismailia?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Basrah to Ismailia flights?
Typically Basra International Airport (BSR) to Port Said International Airport (PSD); Ismailia also has CCE.
What currency do I need in Ismailia?
The Pound (EGP).
Where can I stay in Ismailia?
Our booking partner lists 21 places to stay in Ismailia, 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.