Datong to Baghdad flights
Baghdad lies 6,033 km (3,749 mi) west of Datong, -5 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 8 h 29 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.
| Datong | Baghdad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | Iraq |
| Population | 3.1 million | 7.2 million |
| Elevation | 1,054 m (3,458 ft) | 41 m (135 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Shanghai) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Nearest large airport | DAT, 16 km out | BGW, 18 km out |
Clocks in Baghdad are 5 h behind Datong right now, so a 8 h 29 min journey lands only 3 h 29 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Baghdad
Crossing from China into Iraq: money changes from the Yuan Renminbi 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 Datong
Datong is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Datong Yungang International Airport (DAT), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul 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 |
One end has no runway over 10,000 ft, so at 6,033 km (3,749 mi) this pair is unlikely to be flown nonstop by a wide-body; expect a connection.
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Common questions
How far is Baghdad from Datong?
6,033 km (3,749 mi) in a straight line, west of Datong.
How long does it take to get from Datong to Baghdad by air?
About 8 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Datong and Baghdad?
Baghdad is 5 h behind at the moment (Asia/Baghdad against Asia/Shanghai).
Which airports are used for Datong to Baghdad flights?
Typically Datong Yungang International Airport (DAT) 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.