Mosul to Ashgabat flights
Ashgabat lies 1,363 km (847 mi) east of Mosul, +2 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 30 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.
| Mosul | Ashgabat | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iraq | Turkmenistan |
| Population | 1.7 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 228 m (748 ft) | 219 m (719 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) | UTC+5 (Asia/Ashgabat) |
| Nearest large airport | EBL, 75 km out | ASB, 5 km out |
Clocks in Ashgabat are 2 h ahead of Mosul right now, so a 2 h 30 min journey lands 4 h 30 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Ashgabat
Crossing from Iraq into Turkmenistan: money changes from the Dinar to the Manat (TMT); sockets are Euro, NEMA 5-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +993; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
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 Ashgabat
Ashgabat is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ashgabat International Airport (ASB), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashgabat International Airport | ASB | 5 km (3 mi) | 12,467 ft | 692 ft |
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Staying in Ashgabat
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Ashgabat. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
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Common questions
How far is Ashgabat from Mosul?
1,363 km (847 mi) in a straight line, east of Mosul.
How long does it take to get from Mosul to Ashgabat by air?
About 2 h 30 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 Ashgabat?
Ashgabat is 2 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Ashgabat against Asia/Baghdad).
Which airports are used for Mosul to Ashgabat flights?
Typically Erbil International Airport (EBL) to Ashgabat International Airport (ASB).
What currency do I need in Ashgabat?
The Manat (TMT).
Where can I stay in Ashgabat?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Ashgabat, 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.