Mosul to Abū Ghurayb flights
Abū Ghurayb lies 351 km (218 mi) south of Mosul, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 12 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.
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| Mosul | Abū Ghurayb | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Iraq |
| Population | 1.7 million | 900,000 |
| Elevation | 228 m (748 ft) | 42 m (138 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Nearest large airport | EBL, 75 km out | BGW, 7 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in Abū Ghurayb
Abū Ghurayb is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW), 7 km (4 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 | 7 km (4 mi) | 13,124 ft | 114 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Abū Ghurayb from Mosul?
351 km (218 mi) in a straight line, south of Mosul.
How long does it take to get from Mosul to Abū Ghurayb by air?
About 1 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mosul and Abū Ghurayb?
No, both are on Asia/Baghdad at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mosul to Abū Ghurayb flights?
Typically Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW).
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.