Rome2Rio

How to get fromBaghdad to Palmyraby plane or car

Find Transport to Palmyra

See all options

There are 3 ways to get from Baghdad to Palmyra by plane or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly to Damascus International Airport, drive

    best
    1. Fly from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Damascus International Airport (DAM)plane plane BGW - DAM
    2. Drive from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to Palmyracar car
    4h 52m

  2. Drive 648.4 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Baghdad to Palmyracar car 648.4 km
    10h 14m
    $30–43

  3. Fly to Beirut International Airport, drive

    1. Fly from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Beirut International Airport (BEY)plane plane BGW - BEY
    2. Drive from Beirut International Airport (BEY) to Palmyracar car
    5h 52m
    $215–449

Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to Damascus International Airport (DAM) flights

Calendar11Weekly Planes
Duration3hAverage Duration
Ticket$141Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Baghdad to Palmyra.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 984 km
  • Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Baghdad, Iraq and Palmyra, Syria?

There is no direct connection from Baghdad to Palmyra. However, you can take the taxi to Baghdad International Airport (BGW) airport, fly to Damascus International Airport (DAM), then drive to Palmyra. Alternatively, you can drive from Baghdad to Palmyra in around 10h 14m.

Airlines

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Flying into Beijing?, How to plan an amazing trip around Scandinavia, and Thanksgiving 2018: How to travel stress-free - to help you get the most out of your next trip.