Sharjah to Baghdad (SHJ–BGW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SHJ–BGW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Arabia and Iraqi Airways lead the route. The flight covers 872 miles in approximately 4h. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G9 Air Arabia | 10 | 321, 32N | 4h | – | – | – |
| IA Iraqi Airways | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Baghdad from Sharjah
| Metric | SHJ→BGW | DXB→BGW |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SHJ | – | 11 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 21 |
| Flight time | 4h | 2h 30m |
Travel Essentials
SHJ: +04 · BGW: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Sharjah, it's 5:00 PM in Baghdad.
UAE passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Iraqi airports for stays of up to 60 days. The Kurdistan Region of Iraq also issues visas on arrival separately. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.
Confirm current policies with the Iraqi embassy before travel. Dual nationals should verify which passport to present.
SHJ–BGW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SHJ to BGW
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) and Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW) are connected by nonstop service from Air Arabia and Iraqi Airways. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SHJ to BGW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SHJ to BGW ranges from 4 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 872 miles (1,404 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via EBL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB).