Direct (nonstop) flights from Amman to Baghdad

3 airlines fly nonstop from Queen Alia International (AMM) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW). It's 492 miles (792 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by Iraqi Airways, Jordan Aviation, Royal Jordanian.

AMM
Queen Alia International
🇯🇴 Amman, Jordan
BGW
Baghdad International Airport
🇮🇶 Baghdad, Iraq
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
492 mi
792 km
CO₂/pax
91 kg
−77 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Iraqi Airways +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Iraqi Airways Iraqi Airways Jordan Aviation Jordan Aviation Royal Jordanian Royal Jordanian

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Iraqi Airways IA Iraqi Airways
Route
AMM → BGW
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
492 mi
Jordan Aviation R5 Jordan Aviation
Route
AMM → BGW
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
492 mi
Royal Jordanian RJ Royal Jordanian
Route
AMM → BGW
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
492 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Amman to Baghdad with one stop · direct emits 91 kg CO₂ per passenger

AMM ISU (Sulaimaniyah) BGW
Leg 1: 1h 50m (598 mi) Leg 2: 45m (171 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → ISU
1h 50m · 598 mi
View AMM to ISU flights →
Leg 2
ISU → BGW
45m · 171 mi
View ISU to BGW flights →
AMM BEY (Beirut) BGW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (147 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (505 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 145 kg CO₂ (+59% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → BEY
1h 15m · 147 mi
View AMM to BEY flights →
Leg 2
BEY → BGW
1h 30m · 505 mi
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AMM EBL (Erbil) BGW
Leg 1: 1h 45m (553 mi) Leg 2: 1h (206 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → EBL
1h 45m · 553 mi
View AMM to EBL flights →
Leg 2
EBL → BGW
1h · 206 mi
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AMM BSR (Basra) BGW
Leg 1: 2h (696 mi) Leg 2: 1h (274 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+125% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → BSR
2h · 696 mi
View AMM to BSR flights →
Leg 2
BSR → BGW
1h · 274 mi
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AMM KWI (Kuwait) BGW
Leg 1: 2h 10m (734 mi) Leg 2: 1h (354 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+149% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → KWI
2h 10m · 734 mi
View AMM to KWI flights →
Leg 2
KWI → BGW
1h · 354 mi
View KWI to BGW flights →

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BGW → AMM: Flights from Baghdad to Amman

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Amman to Baghdad?

A nonstop flight from Amman (AMM) to Baghdad (BGW) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 492 miles (792 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Amman to Baghdad?

3 airlines: Iraqi Airways, Jordan Aviation, Royal Jordanian.

Is there a nonstop flight from Amman to Baghdad?

Yes. 3 airlines: Iraqi Airways, Jordan Aviation, Royal Jordanian.

How far is Amman from Baghdad?

The flight distance from Amman to Baghdad is 492 miles (792 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Amman to Baghdad?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Jordan to Iraq?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Iraq embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Amman to Baghdad?

Roughly 91 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 455 km.

Is the return flight from Baghdad to Amman also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Amman to Baghdad?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Queen Alia International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.