Aerial view of historic mosques with Cairo cityscape backdrop, showcasing Islamic architecture. — flights from Baghdad to Cairo
BaghdadCairo, Egypt

Flights from Baghdad to Cairo

Nonstop flights from Baghdad (BGW) to Cairo (CAI) take about 2h 5m (1,263 km). Nile Air and Egyptair fly it. Lowest fare seen: $178 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Cairo

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Air Cairo Airbus A320 flying against a blue sky, showcasing the airline's logo and design. — arriving in Cairo

Airport transfer

CAI → Cairo, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Baghdad →1 lounge at Baghdad AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresCAI to Cairo: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Cairo →1 drop-off point, from $3.90

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Airlines flying Baghdad to Cairo

Carriers on BGW–CAI according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Nile Airnonstop fare seen✈ Egyptairnonstop fare seen

Baghdad to Cairo fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $178 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $177. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Nov 2026$2129 Nov 2026 · Egyptair$177 · 1 stop9 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$1783 Dec 2026 · Nile Air$177 · 1 stop3 Dec 2026
Jul 2027$27222 Jul 2027 · Egyptair$195 · 1 stop22 Jul 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $177 for November 2026, $195 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Baghdad to Cairo, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Cairo

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

Egypt is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Baghdad to Cairo flights

How long is the flight from Baghdad to Cairo?
A nonstop flight from Baghdad (BGW) to Cairo (CAI) takes about 2h 5m, covering 1,263 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Baghdad from Cairo by air?
The great-circle distance between Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base and Cairo International Airport is 1,263 km (785 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Baghdad to Cairo?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the BGW–CAI route include Nile Air and Egyptair. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Baghdad to Cairo cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on BGW–CAI was $178 USD with Nile Air (nonstop), departing 3 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Baghdad to Cairo?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $177 one-way, against $195 for July 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Baghdad to Cairo?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $177 with one stop against $178 nonstop, a saving of $1. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from Baghdad to Egypt?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Egypt visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Cairo?
Egypt is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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