Travelling from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Los Angeles is 10 hours behind Baghdad, where Baghdad International Airport is located. Los Angeles operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from BGW to Los Angeles.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from BGW to Los Angeles with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You'll need an embassy visa for United States if you have a passport from Iraq and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Baghdad International Airport to Los Angeles, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Central Baghdad to BGW is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 30 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BGW:
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Los Angeles
₹ 121,719 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Baghdad International Airport to Los Angeles. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 139,277. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BGW to Los Angeles if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Baghdad International Airport to Los Angeles throughout the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.
It takes around 54 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Book a hotel near LAX if you're catching a late flight from Baghdad International Airport to Los Angeles. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near VNY. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from BGW to Los Angeles at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Baghdad International Airport to Los Angeles while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Los Angeles, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
When booking your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Los Angeles, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from BGW to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC and 26ºC.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Los Angeles, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are must-do's during your Los Angeles adventure.
Complete your Los Angeles trip with a car rental
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