Cairo to Baghdad (CAI–BGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CAI–BGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Iraqi Airways and Egyptair lead the route. The flight covers 785 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IA Iraqi Airways | 7 | 330 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| MS Egyptair | 7 | 738 | 2h-2h05 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CAI: EET · BGW: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Cairo, it's 7:00 PM in Baghdad.
Egyptian passport holders require a visa to enter Iraq. Egypt is among the nationalities that cannot apply directly for the Iraqi eVisa; a registered guarantor (sponsor) inside Iraq must submit the application on the traveler's behalf through the Ministry of Interior portal. The sponsor provides a verification code and arranges payment. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Cairo has no direct rail link to the airport yet. Metro Line 3 terminates at Adly Mansour station, still several kilometers short of CAI. From Adly Mansour, taxis or ride-hails cover the remaining distance in 15-20 minutes. Uber and Careem from downtown Cairo to the airport cost EGP 100-200 and take 45-60 minutes outside rush hour. Rush hour (7:00-10:00, 16:00-20:00) on the Ring Road can double that.
Yellow metered taxis charge EGP 150-300 depending on your starting point. Old black-and-white taxis lack meters, so agree on a price before getting in. CTA public buses 356, 400, and 1138 run from central Cairo to the airport (EGP 5-25) but are slow and crowded. Airport shuttle buses from major hotels cost EGP 25-50. For reliability, Uber or Careem with a pre-set fare is the path of least friction.
CAI–BGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CAI to BGW
Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW) are connected by nonstop service from Iraqi Airways and Egyptair. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CAI to BGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CAI to BGW ranges from 2 hours 0 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 785 miles (1,263 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via AYT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.