Reliable Baghdad Airport taxi service
Situated along the Tigris River, Baghdad is the capital of Iraq, known for its ancient Islamic landmarks such as Mustansiriyah, bustling souks like Souk Al Safafreer, and vibrant cafes, including the Shabandar Cafe. During your time in Baghdad, you’ll get to enjoy historic streets like Al Rashid Street and walk around Tahrir Square. To get to your hotel smoothly upon landing, we recommend you take a Baghdad Airport taxi.
When you get off the plane and collect your luggage, your personal Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting in the Arrivals Hall, holding a sign with your name on it, ready to take you to your hotel downtown. What is more, you won’t have to worry if your flight is delayed because our drivers receive live updates about their customers’ flights, so will always be there at the right time.
Following a friendly welcome at Baghdad International Airport (BGW), your driver will help you with your luggage and show you the way to your pre-selected Baghdad Airport taxi vehicle. Throughout your journey, your driver will be happy to share insightful local tips and fill you in on all the best attractions you need to visit before you leave. Sit back, relax and enjoy the views!
Hand picked & english speaking drivers
Same price as a regular Taxi from the line
Drivers are always on time
24/7 Email & Phone support
How much does a taxi cost?
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Welcome's Baghdad Airport taxi fleet
Welcome Pickups offers a variety of different vehicles when it comes to your transfer from Baghdad Airport. We can meet the needs of all group sizes, small, medium or large. Our sedan-sized vehicles will be perfect if your group consists of up to four people. On the other hand, if you have a larger party or an excessive amount of luggage, our spacious minivans will be more suitable to get you to your hotel or apartment comfortably.
If you’re travelling with a small child, we offer baby/child seats upon request, or you can bring your own, and your driver can install it for you.
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Directions for your transfer from Baghdad Airport to your accommodation
Baghdad is Iraq’s largest international airport, serving 8 million passengers every year. It has three terminals; two passenger terminals and one military terminal. Downtown Baghdad is only 27.3 km from the airport, so the journey there takes around 26 minutes, depending on the traffic.
From Baghdad Airport, your driver will take the Airport Street/Baghdad Airport Road before taking a left at Qadisaya Expy; they’ll stay on that road for 5.8 km and then take another left onto 14th of July Street/Arbataash Tamuz Street. As the vehicle approaches the city centre, your driver will drive onto Nasir Street and go over the Ahrar Bridge. They’ll continue straight until they reach Shorjah and then you’ll have arrived in the city centre. Your driver will follow the local roads from there, based on your exact destination.
Booking your transfer from Baghdad Airport with Welcome Pickups
After a long flight, the only thing you’ll want to do is sail through customs and check into your accommodation. You can book a private transfer from Baghdad Airport with Welcome Pickups to cut out haggling with drivers and arrive at your hotel smoothly without any hassle. Our English-speaking drivers will drop you straight to the front door of your hotel or apartment safely and comfortably.
Our customer service is available 24/7, and we offer guaranteed on-time pickups, with real-time flight tracking. You’ll be treated to a 5-star service for an unbeatable price with a local professional driver as your guide, who will make sure you have a memorable Baghdad Airport taxi ride.
How much is a Baghdad Airport taxi?
A standard Baghdad Airport taxi from the line into the city centre costs an average of €45 (IQD 63,591) day and night, but the final fare will depend on the exact location of your hotel or apartment. We advise you to organise a personalised airport transfer before landing for your complete peace of mind and a set-rate fare guarantee.