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Distance from Athens to Baghdad

The straight-line distance from Athens, Greece to Baghdad, Iraq is 1,931 km (1,200 miles).Baghdad is E of Athens.

Distance (km)

1,931

straight line

Distance (miles)

1,200

straight line

Flight Time

2 hr 54 min

estimated direct

Direction

E

99° bearing

Transport Comparison: Athens to Baghdad

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight2 hr 54 min1,931 kmDirect flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed
Driving31 hr 24 min~2,510 kmAvg 80 km/h, +30% route factor

All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.

Athens to Baghdad: Key Details

FromAthens, Greece
ToBaghdad, Iraq
Straight-line Distance1,931 km (1,200 miles)
Bearing99° (E)
Coordinates (Athens)37.9838°, 23.7275°
Coordinates (Baghdad)33.3152°, 44.3661°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Athens from Baghdad?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Athens to Baghdad is 1,931 km (1,200 miles). Baghdad is E of Athens.

How long is the flight from Athens to Baghdad?

A direct flight from Athens to Baghdad takes approximately 2 hr 54 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.

How long does it take to drive from Athens to Baghdad?

Driving from Athens to Baghdad takes approximately 31 hr 24 min. This estimate assumes an average speed of 80 km/h with a 30% route factor for indirect roads. Actual time will vary based on road conditions, traffic, and the specific route taken.

What direction is Baghdad from Athens?

Baghdad is E (99 degrees) from Athens.

What is the distance from Baghdad to Athens?

The distance from Baghdad to Athens is the same: 1,931 km (1,200 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.

Other Distance Calculations

Athens to Istanbul562 kmBaghdad to Tehran695 kmAthens to Ankara818 kmBaghdad to Riyadh982 kmAthens to Cairo1,121 kmBaghdad to Ankara1,262 kmBaghdad to Cairo1,294 kmBaghdad to Istanbul1,606 kmAthens to Moscow2,231 kmBaghdad to Karachi2,385 km

Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.

Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.