BGW → MHD · BGW to MHD flights
Baghdad to Mashhad is one of the most in-demand pilgrimage routes for Iraqi travelers, taking you straight to the shrine of Imam Reza (AS). Flights depart from Baghdad International Airport and land at Mashhad International Airport (MHD) in about 1h 50m, with easy taxi and public-transport links to the holy shrine. Book with RideFly and compare Iraqi Airways, Mahan Air and Iran Air — and be sure to check the Iran visa requirements before you travel.
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Mashhad is the city of the shrine of Imam Ali al-Ridha (a), receiving millions of Iraqi pilgrims yearly, with several flights from Najaf.
Iraqi travellers usually need a visa to enter Iran for ziyarah, tourism or medical care. Prepare your documents and book flights on RideFly.
Need Mashhad to Baghdad return tickets? This route runs both ways — book the Mashhad → Baghdad return, or a full round-trip, on RideFly.
Baggage policy varies by airline and fare type (cabin and checked allowance). The actual baggage details appear when you pick a flight in the search engine.
Flight time is about 1h 50m, and may vary by airline and stops.
Iraqi Airways, Mahan Air, Iran Air.
Yes — see the Iran Visa for Iraqis page for requirements.
Yes — book the Mashhad → Baghdad return on the same page; choose round-trip or one-way in search.
Baggage policy varies by airline and fare type (cabin and checked allowance). The actual baggage details appear when you pick a flight in the search engine.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-13
