Cheap flights to Basra, Iraq

About Basra

Basrah is the third largest city located on the Shatt al-Arab river of southern Iraq. It is one of the beautiful cities in the Middle and known as the “Venice of the Middle East”. Basra was cornered in many wars in its history, yet it is thriving as major port of the Iraq. Kuwait is the nearest country to Basrah. The fictional story of the ‘Sinbad the Sailor’ expeditions began here, but the recent invasions changed the situations and the reality is completely different now.

Tourist Attractions in Basra

Though the city is not lightening as the past, it has some of the important marvels to be visited. ‘The old mosque of Basra’ is one of the oldest and first Mosque in Iraq, which is built 14 centuries ago.House of the poet BadrShakir al-Sayyab,Sayyed Ali al-Musawi Mosque, oldest theme park Basrah Land, Corniche al-Basra Street, and Hanna-Sheikh bazaar are the major places to get around in the city.   Unfortunately Sinbad Island no longer exists in the city.However, bridge Khaled is built nearby the place which is a land mark in the city. Palm tree forests are the other attraction of the city, which are sprawled on the bank of shatt-al Arab passage.

Shopping, Dining & Nightlife in Basra

Do not expect much on the shopping end. You will encounter the small souqs and bazaars in the city. Indian market, Corniche al-Basra are the two major places to buy the traditional items.

There is only one five star hotel ‘Basra International Hotel’ in the city, which is now undergoing major renovations as it was heavily ransacked during the Iraq war. You will be having fewer options to get a variety of food. Tiny restaurants will serve you the local Iraqi and Arabic cuisines.

Nightlife in the city is almost nothing. There are no pubs or night clubs in the city.

Basra Festivals & Seasons

Being an Islamic city, it celebrates many religious festivals along with cultural events. Eid ul-Fitr, Ramadan, Assyrian New Year, Babylon International Festival, Iraq Short Film Festival, Christmas Day are the majorly celebrated festivals in the city.

Best season to visit Basrah is May or during September to November.

Transportation within the City

Entire city is now busy in rebuilding the lost charm. Most of the buildings and places have been ruined in the war. You can take the local taxi or minibuses to reach the sights. Railway lines are not working properly.

Popular Sports in Basra

Football is the major sport played in Basra. Basketball, Boxing, Swimming, Kick Boxing, weightlifting, Tennis, and Bodybuilding are also having a craze in the city. ‘Basra Sports City’ was built to host the ‘2014 Gulf Cup of Nations’, however it was later shifted to Saudi Arabia due to the security reasons.

Weather in Basra

Basra has a hot desert climate with temperature variation from 7°C to 46°C and is rarely below 2°C or above 48°C as the city is mostly covered with crop lands, shrub land and rivers. The hottest season recorded as high as 46°C and low of 29°C and the coldest season recorded as low as 7°C and as high 23°C. It experiences summers between May to September and winter in between November to February.

Emergency Numbers

You can contact on # 0770-443-4396 in any emergency.

Embassy Information

Most of the Embassies are located in Iraq’s capital Baghdad. It is located in Al-Kindi Street, Baghdad, Iraq.

Basra Airport Information & Location

Basra International Airport (IATA: BSR, ICAO: ORMM) is the prime transportation option. This is the second largest airport in Iraq. After enduring continual wars, Airport is now under renovation and rarely used for the domestic purpose. It is mainly used by the Military forces during and after the war. Airport is located in the southern area of Basrah.

Airline Information

Currently Iraqi Airways is using this airport as the second hub in Iraq. Most of the time, this Airport is used for domestic purposes. Below are formerly used airlines to travel through this airport. After renovation, these services may resume.

Local Transportation To & From Basra Airport

Local taxies and minibuses are major transport option to get around in the city.

Airport Facilities

Airport is now under renovation and used rarely. However, the airport is not even having the basic facilities like rest rooms and air condition.

Hotels near Basra International Airport

Basra International Hotel is the only five star hotels in the city, which is currently under renovation.

Basrah has fewer attractions, compared to other cities; however you can plan a visit to the one of the oldest Mosque in the world along with Shatt al-Arab River beauty. Rehlat.com offers cheap flight booking to the aspiring visitors of the Basra at lowest possible rate. Rehlat provides an incomparable service and offers cheap international flight tickets to Basrah with a hassle free selection. Book your visit today!

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