Flights from Iraq

Flights from Iraq

Planning a trip from Iraq? Rest assured, all the flight information you need is here. With 7 airports across the country, traveling from Iraq is easy and accessible. With international flights currently operated from 6 airports, while 4 airports offer intercontinental flights. In addition, 6 airports handle domestic routes as well, one is dedicated solely to domestic flights.

As of March 2026, Iraq has 1,135 flights to 55 airports in 26 different countries. Those flights are operated by 33 different airlines — including 10 low-cost airlines — which give you a wide range of options to suit your travel preferences and budget. Cabin classes that are available on flights from Iraq are: Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class.

FlightConnections provides all the information you need to plan your flights from Iraq. Our interactive flight map showcases airports, destinations, and schedules, simplifying the process of finding the best routes.

Prefer a list view? See the sections below for all departure and arrival airports. Which countries have direct flights from Iraq? This information, along with a list of airlines operating those routes, is found further down.

To enhance your travel experience, have a look at our overview of Business Class and First Class flights. Additionally, you can filter by travel class directly on the flight map. If you’re looking to fly with a specific alliance to maximize your points and miles, simply use the Alliance filter to view flights operated by Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld.

All airports in Iraq

Travel from Iraq!

Explore all 7 airports across the country, ranked by popularity based on flight traffic at each airport. The biggest airports are located in Baghdad and Erbil, and together, the top 2 airports in these cities account for over 69% of all departing flights this month.

Below is the full list of departure airports across the country. To find flights from any of those locations, simply select an airport to view all routes, airlines, and detailed flight schedules.

Airlines flying from Iraq

You have a wide range of airline options to choose from. Currently, 33 airlines operate flights from Iraq, including 10 low-cost carriers. Iraqi Airways, Royal Jordanian, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines are the leading airlines. They handle 65% of all departures from the country.

Below is an overview of all airlines that offer flights in Iraq. If you're specifically looking for low-cost options, check the dedicated section further down the page.

Low-cost Airlines flying from Iraq

For budget-friendly airfare, consider booking with one of the 10 low-cost airlines departing from Iraq. AJet offers the widest range of options, as they operate 65% of all low-cost flights from a total of 3 airports around the country. Explore your options below and find affordable routes that fit your travel plans!

Information on Points & Miles

This section lists destinations within specific distances from Iraq. It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles. Please note that the distance to a destination depends on the departure airport that you choose. In case there are multiple departure airports to choose from, the distance to a destination is stated as a distance-range (min-max).

For more flexibility in choosing distances, consider upgrading to FlightConnections Premium. You'll gain access to the distance filter and many other useful features to refine your search, such as filtering by multiple airlines, alliance or aircraft type, just to name a few!

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Destinations from Iraq by flight duration

Have a look at all destinations from Iraq arranged by flight duration. This layout makes it easy to find destinations based on travel time. Additionally, you can utilize the duration filter on the map, which is even more convenient!

Remember that the exact travel time depends on your departure airport, that's why we show a time-range in case there are multiple departure airports available to reach a destination.

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Long-haul flights from Iraq

Explore all long-haul destinations from Iraq with a flight duration of more than 7 hours.

Best time to travel from Iraq

When planning a trip from Iraq, the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types. This way, you can easily organize your trip from Iraq, making sure you visit your favorite destination during the best time of year!

☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations

Iraq currently offers non-stop flights to 18 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails here with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).

🏜️ Desert destinations

If you're interested in exploring a desert destination accessible via direct flight from Iraq, consider these 15 destinations. Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.

🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations

You can find direct flights from Iraq to 14 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.

🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations

Departing from Iraq, you have the option to take a direct flight to 4 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October

🌴 Tropical destinations

As of March, you can fly non-stop to 2 tropical locations. These areas are renowned for their rainforests, beaches, and adventurous activities like hiking, diving, and wildlife exploration.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

In the Northern Hemisphere, the dry season for these destinations lasts from November to April, which is the best time to explore them! You can enjoy predominantly dry conditions with tempratures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F) during this period, while the wet season might lead to longer rain spells.

🌿 🍇 Warm Mediterranean destinations

As of now, there's only one Warm Mediterranean destination that you can reach with a direct flight. Known for their beautiful coastlines and historic sites, these areas are perfect for a visit on one of the many sunny days.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

In the Northern Hemisphere, you can expect lovely and warm temperatures in late spring and summer up to 30°C (86°F), from April to September. Most of the rain falls between October and February.

🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations

Currently, there is only one warm continental destination accessible from Iraq via a direct flight. Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.

🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:

For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.

Countries with direct flights from Iraq

Which countries are easy to visit when flying from Iraq?

Explore the list below to find all countries accessible by direct flight from Iraq. The list displays the number of non-stop destination airports in each country. As of today, you can fly non-stop to 25 countries, spread across Asia, Europe and Africa.

Non-stop flights from Iraq

The list below shows all airports with direct flights from Iraq, organized by popularity. Currently, 49 destination airports located in 25 countries, located in Asia, Europe and Africa. Planning a vacation or business trip? Discover your travel options here!

Flying First Class from Iraq

Where to start your First Class flight journey?

For a First Class flight from Iraq, start your trip from one of the 2 major airports listed here, connecting you to 2 First Class destinations across 2 countries.

The leading departure airports in Iraq are Erbil (EBL) and Basra (BSR), while popular First Class destinations include Beirut (BEY) and Dubai (DXB).

Explore the full list of First Class options below.

First Class airports in Iraq

Destinations offering First Class flights

Business Class flights from Iraq

Flying Business Class from Iraq

Did you know that you can fly business class from 7 airports in Iraq? Together, those airports connect to 48 destinations in 24 countries globally.

The most popular airports for business class travelers include Baghdad (BGW), Erbil (EBL), Basra (BSR), Al Najaf (NJF) and Sulaymaniyah (ISU).

Explore the complete overview of business class airports below, or use the class filter on the map to view all business class flights departing from Iraq!

Business Class airports in Iraq

Destinations with Business Class flights

Domestic flights within Iraq

Baghdad Airport, also known as Baghdad International Airport, is the only airport in Iraq that operates exclusively domestic flights. In Iraq, you also have access to 6 other airports that serve domestic flights.

Check out the section below for detailed statistics and a full overview of all domestic routes in Iraq.

International flights from Iraq to Asia

In total there are 31 cities in 16 countries across Asia that you can reach by direct flight. Those flights depart from one of 6 international airports in Iraq.

As of today, Turkey, Jordan, Iran, Lebanon and Qatar offer the most direct connections for destinations within Asia. The most common departure airports are Baghdad and Erbil. Together, these airports handle 66% of all 800 international flights scheduled in March.

The most popular destinations are Istanbul (IST), Amman (AMM), Beirut (BEY), Doha (DOH) and Tehran (IKA).

A total of 26 airlines, including 8 budget airlines, connect Iraq with 73 international routes to 16 countries in Asia. Of the various airlines, Iraqi Airways, Royal Jordanian, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and AJet operate the majority of international flights.

In the sections below, you’ll find detailed information on all available non-stop flight routes to each country, along with stopover options whenever available.

Flights to Turkey from Iraq

6 Airports in Iraq offer direct flights to 6 destinations in Turkey. Altogether, there are 17 direct routes to Turkey, operated by 8 airlines, 3 of which are low-cost airlines: Pegasus, AJet and SunExpress.

Iraq to Turkey with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 6 airports in Iraq offer flights to 39 more destinations in Turkey that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Jordan from Iraq

5 Airports in Iraq offer direct flights to only one airport in Jordan: Amman Airport. Altogether, there are 5 direct routes to Jordan, operated by Royal Jordanian and Iraqi Airways, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Iraq to Jordan with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 6 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 2 more destinations in Jordan:

Flights to Iran from Iraq

4 Airports in Iraq offer direct flights to 3 destinations in Iran. In total there are 8 non-stop routes to Iran, operated by 6 airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Iraq to Iran with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 5 airports in Iraq offer flights to 19 more destinations in Iran that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Lebanon from Iraq

5 Airports in Iraq offer direct flights to only one airport in Lebanon: Beirut Airport. Altogether, there are 5 direct routes to Lebanon, operated by 4 airlines, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Flights to Qatar from Iraq

5 Airports in Iraq offer direct flights to only one airport in Qatar: Doha Airport. Altogether, there are 5 direct routes to Qatar, operated by Qatar Airways.

Flights to United Arab Emirates from Iraq

5 Airports in Iraq offer direct flights to 2 destinations in United Arab Emirates. Altogether, there are 9 direct routes to United Arab Emirates, operated by 5 airlines, 2 of which are low-cost airlines: Flydubai and Air Arabia.

Iraq to United Arab Emirates with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 6 airports in Iraq offer flights to 5 more destinations in United Arab Emirates that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Bahrain from Iraq

There are 2 airports in Iraq directly connected to only one airport in Bahrain: Bahrain Island Airport. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Bahrain, operated by Gulf Air and Iraqi Airways, low-cost carriers do not operate here.

Flights to Saudi Arabia from Iraq

There are 2 airports in Iraq directly connected to 2 destinations in Saudi Arabia. In total there are 2 non-stop routes to Saudi Arabia, operated by Flynas, a low-cost airline.

Iraq to Saudi Arabia with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 6 airports in Iraq offer flights to 21 more destinations in Saudi Arabia that require only 1 stop:

Flights to Syria from Iraq

There are 3 airports in Iraq directly connected to 2 destinations in Syria. In total there are 4 non-stop routes to Syria, operated by Fly Cham.

Flights to India from Iraq

There are 3 airports in Iraq directly connected to 3 destinations in India. Altogether, there are 5 direct routes to India, operated by Iraqi Airways.

Iraq to India with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 5 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 94 more destinations in India:

Flights to Pakistan from Iraq

There are 2 airports in Iraq directly connected to 3 destinations in Pakistan. In total there are 4 non-stop routes to Pakistan, operated by Iraqi Airways.

Iraq to Pakistan with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 5 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 10 more destinations in Pakistan:

Flights to Oman from Iraq

There are 2 airports in Iraq directly connected to 2 destinations in Oman. Altogether, there are 3 direct routes to Oman, operated by Oman Air, Iraqi Airways and SalamAir, including one low-cost carrier (SalamAir).

Iraq to Oman with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 2 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 4 more destinations in Oman:

Flights to Kuwait from Iraq

Al Najaf Airport is the only airport in Iraq that is directly connected to Kuwait, with flights to Kuwait City Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Kuwait from Iraq, operated by Jazeera Airways, Kuwait Airways and Iraqi Airways, including one low-cost carrier (Jazeera Airways).

Flights to China from Iraq

Baghdad Airport is the only airport in Iraq that is directly connected to China, with flights to Guangzhou Airport. This is the only direct flight route to China from Iraq, operated by Iraqi Airways.

Iraq to China with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 6 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 130 more destinations in China:

Flights to Azerbaijan from Iraq

Baghdad Airport is the only airport in Iraq that is directly connected to Azerbaijan, with flights to Baku Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Azerbaijan from Iraq, operated by Iraqi Airways.

Iraq to Azerbaijan with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 2 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 2 more destinations in Azerbaijan:

Flights to Malaysia from Iraq

Baghdad Airport is the only airport in Iraq that is directly connected to Malaysia, with flights to Kuala Lumpur Airport. This is the only direct flight route to Malaysia from Iraq, operated by Iraqi Airways.

Iraq to Malaysia with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 5 airports in Iraq offer flights to 15 more destinations in Malaysia that require only 1 stop:

Intercontinental flights from Iraq

Non-stop flights from Iraq are available to 2 continents beyond Asia, with destinations in 9 countries across Africa and Europe. Those direct connections ensure that Iraq is reasonably well connected to the world, while significantly more destinations can be reached with just one stopover.

From the 4 intercontinental airports in Iraq, 24 unique flight routes connect to 18 airports outside of Asia. This extensive connectivity is facilitated by 11 airlines, including 2 low-cost carriers.

Discover Germany, Egypt and Denmark, which offer the best intercontinental flight connections from Iraq.

Below, you'll find all 135 intercontinental flights organized by continent, country, and departure airport.

Direct flights from Iraq to Europe

Direct flights from Iraq connect to 8 countries in Europe. Those non-stop routes are operated by 8 airlines, including 2 low-cost airlines, resulting in a total of 19 direct flight routes to the continent.

Iraq to Germany Flights

You can fly non-stop from 2 airports in Iraq to 9 airports in Germany. Amounting to a total of 10 non-stop flight routes, operated by 4 airlines, including 2 low-cost carriers (Eurowings and Condor).

Iraq to Germany with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 6 airports in Iraq offer flights to 15 more destinations in Germany that require only 1 stop:

Iraq to Denmark Flights

You can fly non-stop from 2 airports in Iraq and arrive at Copenhagen Airport, the only airport in Denmark with direct flights from Iraq. Amounting to a total of 2 non-stop flight routes, operated by FlexFlight, UR Airlines and Oman Air, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Iraq to Denmark with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 6 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 6 more destinations in Denmark:

Iraq to Netherlands Flights

When you fly directly from Iraq to Netherlands, this will be from Erbil Airport as it's the only airport in Iraq with direct connections. Upon entering Netherlands, you will arrive at Amsterdam Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Iraq. Flights are operated by FlexFlight and UR Airlines, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Iraq to Netherlands with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 5 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 2 more destinations in Netherlands:

Iraq to Croatia Flights

When you fly directly from Iraq to Croatia, this will be from Erbil Airport as it's the only airport in Iraq with direct connections. Upon entering Croatia, you will arrive at Rijeka Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Iraq. Flights are operated by FlexFlight and UR Airlines, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Iraq to Croatia with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 6 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 6 more destinations in Croatia:

Iraq to Russia Flights

Direct flights from Iraq to Russia are all departing from Baghdad, which is the only city in Iraq that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Russia, you will arrive at Moscow Vnukovo Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Iraq. Flights are operated by Iraqi Airways.

Iraq to Russia with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 6 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 46 more destinations in Russia:

Iraq to Greece Flights

You can fly non-stop from 2 airports in Iraq and arrive at Athens Airport, the only airport in Greece with direct flights from Iraq. Amounting to a total of 2 non-stop flight routes, operated by Aegean.

Iraq to Greece with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 6 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 36 more destinations in Greece:

Iraq to Austria Flights

Direct flights from Iraq to Austria are all departing from Erbil, which is the only city in Iraq that has a direct connection to the country. Upon entering Austria, you will arrive at Vienna Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Iraq. Flights are operated by Austrian.

Iraq to Austria with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 6 airports in Iraq offer flights to 5 more destinations in Austria that require only 1 stop:

Iraq to United Kingdom Flights

When you fly directly from Iraq to United Kingdom, this will be from Erbil Airport as it's the only airport in Iraq with direct connections. Upon entering United Kingdom, you will arrive at London Gatwick Airport, which is currently the only airport with direct flights from Iraq. Flights are operated by FlexFlight and UR Airlines, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Iraq to United Kingdom with a stopover

If you'd consider a stopover, there are more airlines as well as departure and arrival options to choose from, as there are 6 airports in Iraq that have 1-stop flights to 26 more destinations in United Kingdom:

Direct flights from Iraq to Africa

From Iraq you can only fly non-stop to Africa, more specifically to Egypt. Those non-stop routes are operated by 4 airlines, resulting in a total of 5 direct flight routes to the continent.

Iraq to Egypt Flights

You can fly non-stop from 4 airports in Iraq to 2 direct destinations in Egypt. Amounting to a total of 5 non-stop flight routes, operated by 4 airlines, neither of which are low cost airlines.

Iraq to Egypt with a stopover

Consider a stopover to access more travel options; 6 airports in Iraq offer flights to 11 more destinations in Egypt that require only 1 stop:

Most popular routes from Iraq

Looking for exciting new places to explore? Check out the flights below! This list features the most popular non-stop routes from Iraq. We hope that it provides you with a bit of travel inspiration, as it contains the best destinations that you can reach with a direct flight!

Popular routes from Iraq with a stopover

If you can't reach your desired destination from an airport near you, don't worry; you can still reach many destinations with a quick stopover along the way.

To view all 1- or 2-stop flight options on the map, click the ”Show indirect destinations” button or use the search bar to select your destination and find all the route information you need to plan your trip!

If you prefer a list view instead, just have a look at the list below, which contains the most popular connecting flights from Iraq:

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