Flying from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver is ten hours behind Baghdad and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BGW to YVR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Baghdad International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Many passengers pass through Istanbul Ataturk Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Right now, $1,602 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Baghdad International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $2,907. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BGW to YVR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Baghdad International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BGW to YVR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Baghdad International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
72.91% of flights that leave from Baghdad International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Baghdad International Airport from central Baghdad, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BGW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Baghdad International Airport to Vancouver International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
If you're getting in on a late Baghdad International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near YVR:
Follow your own route with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience more of Vancouver and beyond.
Booking your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Baghdad International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Vancouver in May.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Baghdad International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from BGW to YVR in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
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