Iraqi Airways is Iraq’s flag carrier and the main name most travelers will encounter when flying to, from, and within the country. Iraq’s primary gateway is Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base (BGW), and Iraqi Airways is best associated with Baghdad as a hub for its passenger network. In practical terms, the airline is used for domestic connections inside Iraq and for international flights in the wider region, with service centered on linking Baghdad with other airports that have scheduled commercial traffic, including Erbil International Airport, Basra International Airport, Sulaymaniyah International Airport, and Al Najaf International Airport.
Al-Naser Airlines is another Iraq-based passenger airline. With fewer widely used services than Iraqi Airways, it tends to be a secondary option for travelers compared with the flag carrier, with its flying focused on passenger operations rather than cargo.
Main Airlines
The best-known carriers based in Iraq.
All Airlines in Iraq
| Name | IATA | ICAO | Type | Alliance | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Naser Airlines | NA | — | Passenger | None | — |
| Iraqi Airways | IA | IAW | Passenger | None | 1946 |