Baghdad Airport (ORBI / BGW)
Empty legs and charters from Baghdad
ORBI airport at a glance
- ICAO code
- ORBI
- IATA code
- BGW
- City
- Baghdad
- Region
- Baghdad
- Country
- Iraq
- Elevation
- 114 ft (35 m)
- Time zone
- Asia/Baghdad (UTC+3)
- Coordinates
- 33.2625° N, 44.2346° E
- Empty legs from
- 1
- Empty legs to
- 1
Weather & airport info ORBI
Current weather
Marginal visual conditions (MVFR)observed 04 Nov, 01:00 UTC- Wind
- 7 kt (13 km/h) from north-northeast (30°)
- Visibility
- 10 km or more
- Weather
- Light rain
- Clouds
- broken clouds at 2,800 ft
- Temperature
- 21 °C (dew point 15 °C)
- Pressure (QNH)
- 1,016 hPa
Original weather report (METAR)
METAR ORBI 040100Z 03007KT 9999 -RA BKN028 21/15 Q1016 RERA NOSIG
Forecast (TAF)
- 04 Nov, 00:00–00:00 UTC10 kt (19 km/h) from north-northwest (330°) · visibility 10 km or more · scattered clouds at 3,500 ft, broken clouds at 4,000 ft
- 04 Nov, 00:00–06:00 UTCtemporarilyvisibility 5 km · Light thunderstorm with rain · few clouds at 2,500 ft
Original forecast (TAF)
TAF ORBI 032300Z 0400/0424 33010KT 9999 SCT035 BKN040 TEMPO 0400/0406 5000 -TSRA FEW025CB
Airport
- Elevation
- 114 ft (35 m)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:23 / 17:09 local time
Runways
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15L/33R | 4,000 m (13,124 ft) | concrete | yes |
| 15R/33L | 3,301 m (10,830 ft) | concrete | no |
Radio frequencies
- Approach: 128.2
- ATIS: 127.25
- Ground: 121.7
- Tower: 118.7
For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports. Sources: aviationweather.gov (NOAA), OurAirports.
Airport map ORBI
Full screen →Runways white, taxiways yellow with designators, closed taxiways and runways per NOTAM in red.
Closed per NOTAM: RWY 15L/33R
Official charts
Aerodrome, approach and ground charts are published by the national air navigation service in its AIP:
EUROCONTROL: nationale AIS-Websites →For information only, not for navigation. Always use current official charts and NOTAMs.
Current NOTAMs for ORBI(2)
NOTAMs (Notices to Air Missions) announce short-term changes at an airport: closed runways or taxiways, unserviceable approach aids, obstacles, airspace restrictions.
- ClosedRunway: closedA0451/26· until 27 Dec, 11:00 UTC
Runway 15L/33R at Baghdad International airport is closed due to maintenance, only during visual meteorological conditions.
Show original text
RWY 15L/33R CLSD DUE TO MAINT DURING VMC ONLY.
A0451/26 NOTAMN Q)ORBB/QMRLC/IV/NBO/A/000/999/3316N04414E005 A)ORBI B)2610280700 C)2612271100 D)SUN WED 0700-1100 E)RWY 15L/33R CLSD DUE TO MAINT DURING VMC ONLY.
Hours: SUN WED 0700-1100
- NoticeAerodrome: concentration of birdsA0417/26· until 12 Nov, 23:59 UTC
Bird activity has been reported on the final approach to runway 33R/15L. Pilots should exercise caution.
Show original text
BIRD ACT REPORTED ON FINAL APCH RWY 33R/15L. PILOTS TO EXER CTN
A0417/26 NOTAMN Q)ORBB/QFAHX/IV/NBO/A/000/030/3316N04414E005 A)ORBI B)2610122035 C)2611122359 E)BIRD ACT REPORTED ON FINAL APCH RWY 33R/15L. PILOTS TO EXER CTN F)200FT AGL G)1500FT AGL.
For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date. Explanations and expanded abbreviations are generated automatically. The original text is authoritative. Source: FAA NOTAM Management Service (SWIM).
Charter operators based here
Operators with a base at this airport.
- Al-Burhan AirwaysHelicopter
Empty legs from ORBI
1 departures available
ORBI · Baghdad International Airport
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Empty legs to ORBI
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Map: Baghdad Airport
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About the airport
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ORBI airport FAQ
Are there any restrictions at Baghdad airport (ORBI) today?
There are currently 2 valid NOTAMs for Baghdad (ORBI). According to NOTAM, at least one runway or the aerodrome itself is closed. Affected: Runway: closed. For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date.
What is the weather at Baghdad airport (ORBI)?
According to the latest weather report for ORBI (METAR, 04 Nov, 01:00 UTC): Marginal visual conditions (MVFR). Wind 7 kt (13 km/h) from north-northeast (30°), visibility 10 km or more, temperature 21 °C (dew point 15 °C). Light rain. For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports.
How long are the runways at Baghdad airport (ORBI)?
Baghdad (ORBI) has 2 runways: runway 15L/33R with 4,000 m (13,124 ft), concrete and runway 15R/33L with 3,301 m (10,830 ft), concrete. The longest is 4,000 m.
What are the radio frequencies at Baghdad airport (ORBI)?
Frequencies at ORBI: Tower 118.7 MHz, Ground 121.7 MHz and ATIS 127.25 MHz. For information only. Always rely on the published AIP.
What are the airport codes of Baghdad International Airport?
The ICAO code is ORBI and the IATA code is BGW. ICAO codes are used by air traffic control and pilots, e.g. in flight plans; IATA codes appear on tickets and baggage tags.
What is the elevation of ORBI airport?
Baghdad International Airport sits at 114 ft (35 m) above sea level. Local time zone: Asia/Baghdad.
Can I fly to ORBI by private jet?
Whether a private jet can operate into Baghdad International Airport depends on runway length, opening hours, customs and immigration rules as well as slot and handling availability, among other things. PrivJet checks this with the operating carrier for every request.
Are there empty legs from or to ORBI?
There are currently 1 empty legs departing from and 1 arriving at Baghdad International Airport. Empty legs are repositioning flights at heavily reduced prices; the list is updated several times a day.