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Today’s best flight deals from Houston to Baghdad

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September 1 - September 30

Cheapest

IAH - Baghdad

$1,070

$1,184

Round trip

September 3 - September 24

Cheapest

IAH - Baghdad

$1,070

$1,184

Round trip

September 16 - September 23

Cheapest

IAH - Baghdad

$1,142

$1,184

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October 5 - October 26

Cheapest

IAH - Baghdad

$1,147

$1,184

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November 11 - November 23

Cheapest

IAH - Baghdad

$1,166

$1,184

Round trip

August 9 - August 25

Earliest

IAH - Baghdad

$1,133

$1,197

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September 1 - September 16

IAH - Baghdad

$1,075

$1,197

Round trip

August 27 - September 2

IAH - Baghdad

$1,201

$1,199

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November 9 - November 30

IAH - Baghdad

$1,156

$1,216

Round trip

December 8 - December 29

Best

IAH - Baghdad

$1,409

$1,218

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Houston to Baghdad

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Houston to Baghdad connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 4. This indicates that travelers should expect multiple stops on this long-haul route.

Right now, fares to Baghdad from Houston are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $1462–$1472, with a median of $1462. Currently, 0% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, suggesting that deals are not widely available.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Baghdad, April stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $728. Following April, November offers a median fare of $917, and July presents a median of $1038. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median.

A typical journey from Houston to Baghdad takes approximately 49h 39m including connections. This extended duration is characteristic of a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 11,825 kilometers. Given that most itineraries involve multiple connections, travelers should factor in this considerable travel time.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Baghdad

Regular price: $1,022 - $1,371

Prices for flights from Houston to Baghdad are within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $1022 and $1371. The current lowest deal is $1182 with Qatar Airways, for travel from November 11 to November 23.

now $1,182

Low $1,022

High $1,371

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Baghdad

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Baghdad is April, with a median price of $728. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $1927. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $728

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,927

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Nov

Direct flights from Houston to Baghdad

Qatar Airways

Turkish Airlines

Emirates Airlines

Royal Jordanian

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Baghdad

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Baghdad

Houston (HOU) - Baghdad (BGW)

Qatar Airways

$1,701

$1,878

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Baghdad

Houston (IAH) - Baghdad (BGW)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,445

$1,702

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Baghdad

Houston (IAH) - Baghdad (BGW)

Qatar Airways

$1,417

$1,717

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Baghdad

Houston (HOU) - Baghdad (BGW)

Qatar Airways

$1,736

$1,616

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Baghdad

Houston (IAH) - Baghdad (BGW)

Qatar Airways

$1,409

$1,650

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Baghdad

Houston (IAH) - Baghdad (BGW)

Qatar Airways

$1,394

$1,650

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Baghdad

3 nights

Jun 27 - Jun 30

$1,720 → $1,428

17%

21 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 29

$1,409 → $1,218

14%

5 nights

Jun 24 - Jun 29

$1,694 → $1,508

11%

19 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 24

$1,411 → $1,257

11%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Baghdad

Houston - Baghdad route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Houston to Baghdad are below the typical level for the route.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $728.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Baghdad, with a median price of $728.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights take 49h 39m with 4+ stops.

Flights from Houston to Baghdad typically take 49h 39m, with a median of 4 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates offer deals.

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates frequently offer deals on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways has 33 recent deals.

Qatar Airways recently offered 33 deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly, 0.33 per day.

Deals for this route appear regularly, with an average of 0.33 deals per day.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is a good option for flights from Houston to Baghdad, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~25 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1182

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport is an alternative for flights from Houston to Baghdad.

📍 ~15 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1197

Baghdad main airports to arrive at

Baghdad International (BGW)

Cheapest

Baghdad International Airport is a key arrival point for flights from Houston to Baghdad.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1182

Airports nearby Baghdad used as alternative

Al Najaf International (NJF)

Al Najaf International Airport is a useful alternative due to its proximity and international flight connections to Baghdad.

📍 ~160 km from Baghdad (reachable by car, but expect heavy traffic).

💸 Flights from ~$1084

Erbil International (EBL)

Cheapest

Erbil International Airport is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity and modern infrastructure.

📍 ~320 km from Baghdad (reachable by long drive or domestic flight, expect checkpoints).

💸 Flights from ~$1048

Sulaimaniyah International (ISU)

Sulaimaniyah International Airport is a reliable international airport, good for flights to Turkey and the Middle East.

📍 ~270 km from Baghdad (requires crossing regional administrative boundaries).

💸 Flights from ~$1326

Basra International (BSR)

Basra International Airport serves southern Iraq and can be an alternative for international routes.

📍 ~450 km from Baghdad (generally less convenient due to very long distance).

💸 Flights from ~$1271

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Baghdad

76% AI deal score

$8,589

From IAH

Baghdad, Iraq

75% AI deal score

$9,591

From IAH

Elite

Oct 26

Baghdad, Iraq

75% AI deal score

$9,591

From IAH

Baghdad, Iraq

67% AI deal score

$10,622

From IAH

Elite

Aug 09

Baghdad, Iraq

66% AI deal score

$9,651

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Baghdad

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you discover better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes offer lower fares than direct routes.

Booking in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes lead to better prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so it's wise to monitor fares. Avoiding peak travel seasons may also result in more economical options.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover different flight options and potentially lower prices. Even if an alternative airport is a bit further, the savings on airfare might make the extra travel worthwhile. Always factor in ground transportation costs and time.

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