Cheapest Direct Flight
Nile Air
19 Nov, Thu
Cairo – Baghdad
2h 55m
Non-stop
CAI–BGW
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Quick Flight Summary from Cairo to Baghdad
- Lowest recent price 12,897 EGP
- Direct flight duration 2 hour 55 min
- Direct airlines Iraqi Airways, Egyptair, Nile Air
- Arrival airports BGW
- Best days to book Wednesday, Monday
- Average over the last 30 days 8,909 EGP
Cheapest flights from Cairo to Baghdad
Air Arabia
20 Nov, Fri
Cairo – Baghdad
10h 20m
1 stop
CAI–BGW
Air Arabia
17 Nov, Tue
Cairo – Baghdad
13h 5m
1 stop
SPX–BGW
Air Arabia
9 Nov, Mon
Cairo – Baghdad
23h
1 stop
CAI–BGW
Air Arabia
10 Nov, Tue
Cairo – Baghdad
17h 15m
1 stop
CAI–BGW
Air Arabia
11 Nov, Wed
Cairo – Baghdad
21h 30m
1 stop
CAI–BGW
Air Arabia
12 Nov, Thu
Cairo – Baghdad
13h 55m
1 stop
CAI–BGW
Air Arabia
16 Nov, Mon
Cairo – Baghdad
17h 15m
1 stop
CAI–BGW
Air Arabia
18 Nov, Wed
Cairo – Baghdad
23h
1 stop
CAI–BGW
Last update: 04 November 2026 07:55
Direct flights from Cairo to Baghdad
Estimated Prices for Cairo to Baghdad Flights
Cheapest Day19 November Thursday
Best Price
12,897 EGP
Average Price
13,293 EGP
14,149 EGP
12,897 EGP
Key Features of the Airlines
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Cairo City Center
Cairo Intl. Airport
Cairo International Airport is located approximately 22 kilometers from the city center. Many transportation options are available, including:
Taxi
Taxi is the fastest and most comfortable transportation option for traveling to Cairo International Airport from the city center. Make sure that taxis are metered and confirm with the driver before your trip. Also, you can use ride-hailing services as a more convenient alternative.
Hotel Shuttle
Many hotels offer hotel shuttle services to provide transportation to the airport. Make sure to double-check during booking if the hotel provides this service paid or free.
Car Rental
Car rental companies are available across the city center. This is one of the most comfortable options for traveling to the airport from Cairo. Make sure you have a valid international driving permit before renting a car.
Airport Information
Cairo International Airport, located in Heliopolis nearby Cairo, is one of the busiest airports in Africa. Services provided by Cairo International Airport include duty-free shops, local and international fast-food chains and other restaurants, cafes, health services, ATMs, currency exchange offices, and car rental agencies.
Transportation to Baghdad City Center from Airport
Baghdad Intl. Airport
Baghdad does not have a developed public transportation network and vehicles, so transportation from one point to another is usually provided by taxi or private vehicles. There are also armored passenger buses that provide transportation services in the city, where taxis and private vehicles are recommended, especially for safety reasons.
It is more convenient and safer to use a taxi or car rental services instead of using buses and similar public transportation vehicles while traveling to the city from Baghdad Airport, which is 16 kilometers away from the Baghdad city centre.
Taxi
The safest and the most comfortable way for transportation in Baghdad is to use taxis. In the city, where shared taxis are also quite common, traveling to city centre from the airport by taxi is the most economical option. As the prices are usually determined by mileage, it is a good idea to bargain with the taxi driver.
Baghdad Airport is 16 kilometers away from the city centre, and a journey by taxi takes about 20-25 minutes. It is also possible to use the private taxis, which can be found at the exit of the terminal building, or the taxis operated by the airport. If you want to reach the city centre by taxi from Baghdad Airport, you need to pay around 37.000 Iraqi Dinars. You can make a pre-reservation before coming to the Baghdad Airport by calling the company PNK Taxi (+964-750-633-7700).
Bus
Buses are also a popular public transportation vehicle like taxis, and they provide transportation service to many locations in Baghdad. There are airport transfer coaches that go directly to the city centre from Baghdad Airport. Compared to taxis, using these buses are much more affordable. It is quite easy to get bus tickets from the airport terminal building. There are also express buses which has regular runs between the airport and Baghdad city centre.
Rent a Car
You can choose one of the world’s leading rent a car companies such as Hertz, Europcar or Avis at the airport terminal and by making a pre-reservation, you can rent a car at more affordable prices.
As the roads in Baghdad are quite well-maintained and convenient, tourists usually turn to rent a car companies. After carrying out the procedures at the Baghdad Airport terminal, you can drive to the city centre in 20-25 minutes in your rented car.
Baghdad Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Today
Wednesday
4 Nov
25°19°
Thursday
5 Nov
25°18°
Friday
6 Nov
25°17°
Saturday
7 Nov
26°18°
Sunday
8 Nov
23°13°
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Cairo-Baghdad flights?
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Cairo-Baghdad flights?
When you search for Cairo-Baghdad flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Cairo-Baghdad flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Cairo-Baghdad flights?
Which airports can I use for Cairo-Baghdad flights?
For Cairo-Baghdad flights, you can use Cairo Intl. Airport, Capital Intl. Airport, Sphinx Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Baghdad Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Cairo-Baghdad and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Cairo-Baghdad and how long does the flight take?
The straight-line distance between Cairo and Baghdad is about 1298 km. According to Wingie flight data, direct Cairo – Baghdad flights took about 2 hour 55 minutes in the last 30 days.
Which day is the most convenient for Cairo-Baghdad flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Cairo-Baghdad flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Cairo-Baghdad flights is Monday.
Which airlines offer direct flights between Cairo-Baghdad?
Which airlines offer direct flights between Cairo-Baghdad?
According to Wingie flight data, as of November 2026 3 airlines operate direct flights between Cairo and Baghdad: Iraqi Airways, Egyptair and Nile Air.
Cairo-Baghdad: which airline is better value on this route?
Cairo-Baghdad: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Nile Air starts from approximately 12,501 EGP.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Nile Air | 12,501 EGP | Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / 1 piece x 7 kg of cabin baggage / 1 x 30 kg checked bag / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 01.11.2026
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