What is the tower frequency at ORBI?

The tower frequency at Baghdad Intl is 118.7 MHz.

Does ORBI require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Baghdad Intl (Iraq).

Does ORBI require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at Baghdad Intl.

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Baghdad Intl

Baghdad Intl (ORBI/BGW) serves Baghdad, Iraq. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (15L/33R, 15R/33L). Field elevation is 114 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: ORBI
Name: Baghdad Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 33.262501
Longitude: 44.2346
Elevation: 114 ft
Country: Iraq
Municipality: Baghdad
IATA Code: BGW
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Baghdad
Distance from City: 15.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 15L/33R

Designation: 15L/33R
Dimensions: 13124 X 197
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: TACAN
Approach Types: ILS CAT I (33R), RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Runway 15R/33L

Designation: 15R/33L
Dimensions: 10830 X 148
Surface: CON
PCN: N/A
Lighting: NULL
NAVAIDs: TACAN
Approach Types: ILS CAT I (33L), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.700 MHz
Ground: 121.700 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 127.250 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: Iraqi CAA; ops@icaa.gov.iq
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approx USD 10-30 per tonne
Parking Fee: Approx USD 5-15 per tonne per day
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: USD
Remarks: Baghdad International (formerly Saddam Intl). Handlers: Iraqi Airways Ground Services, ICTS. Security surcharges apply.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Availability variable. Tankering advisable. Quality checks recommended.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ. Iraqi visa required for most nationalities; must be obtained in advance. Check NOTAMs for security-related airspace restrictions.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No formal curfew. Security-related TFRs may be in effect. Check NOTAMs before flight planning.

Alternates

ORNI

ICAO: ORNI
Name: Al-Ashraf Intl
Distance (NM): 76.9
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: International airports are ports of entry. Visa required for most nationalities; visa on arrival available at some airports. Kurdistan Region has separate visa arrangements. Security screening extensive.

Airport Services

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Iraq Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 3d Landing: 3d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: Minimum 48-72 working hours before departure
Landing Lead Time: Minimum 72 working hours before departure

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require full overflight and landing permits. Same documentation requirements as commercial operations.

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Nearby Airports

ORQT Qasr Tall Mihl Airport 3 NM ORTI Al Taji Army Air Field 16 NM ORAI Al Iskandariyah Airport 18 NM ORAT Al Taqaddum Air Base 32 NM ORBD Balad Southeast Airport / Joint Base Balad 41 NM ORAN An Numaniyah Air Base 72 NM ORNI Al-Ashraf Intl 77 NM ORTS Tikrit South Airport 81 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at ORBI?: The tower frequency at Baghdad Intl is 118.7 MHz.
What fuel is available at ORBI?: Baghdad Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does ORBI require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Baghdad Intl (Iraq).
Does ORBI require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Baghdad Intl.

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