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Iraq Overview

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Traveling from Iraq to the main cities of China involves a few steps, as there are no direct flights between Iraq and most Chinese cities. Here’s an outline of how you can travel:

1. By Air:

The most common and convenient way to travel from Iraq to China is by air, with connecting flights through major international airports in the Middle East or Asia.

a) Connecting Flights through Major Hubs:

  • From Baghdad or Erbil:
    • Baghdad (BGW) and Erbil (EBL) are the main international airports in Iraq.
    • You’ll typically fly to major Middle Eastern hubs such as Istanbul (IST), Dubai (DXB), or Doha (DOH). From there, you can take a connecting flight to Chinese cities such as Beijing (PEK), Shanghai (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN), or Hong Kong (HKG).
    • For example, a typical route might be: Baghdad → Istanbul → Beijing or Erbil → Dubai → Shanghai.

b) Popular Airlines for Connecting Flights:

  • Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul)
  • Qatar Airways (via Doha)
  • Emirates (via Dubai)
  • Fly Dubai (via Dubai)
  • Etihad Airways (via Abu Dhabi)

2. Visas:

  • Chinese Visa: Make sure you apply for a tourist visa (L visa) or a business visa (M visa) in advance. You will need to submit relevant documents such as your passport, flight itinerary, and hotel reservations.
  • Visa Processing Time: Visa processing can take up to 10 working days, depending on your country of residence.

3. Destinations in China:

Major cities in China where you can fly into include:

  • Beijing (Capital city, major cultural and political hub)
  • Shanghai (Financial center and international gateway)
  • Guangzhou (Economic and trade hub)
  • Hong Kong (International city, more relaxed visa rules, though separate from mainland China)
  • Shenzhen (Modern tech city near Hong Kong)
  • Chengdu (Gateway to Tibet and the Sichuan province)

From these international hubs, you can take domestic flights, trains, or buses to reach other destinations in China.

4. Alternative Routes (By Land):

  • If you’re looking for an adventurous route, you could travel overland via Iran, Central Asia, and Mongolia, but this involves multiple visas and can be complicated and time-consuming.

a) Iran → Turkmenistan → Uzbekistan → Kazakhstan → Mongolia → China

  • This option requires several visa applications and would typically be for those looking to travel overland or explore the Silk Road.

5. Travel Considerations:

  • Flight Availability: Depending on the season and current geopolitical situation, flight availability may fluctuate. It’s best to check with airlines or a travel agent for up-to-date flight options.
  • Covid-19 Regulations: Depending on the time of travel, there may be specific health checks or quarantine requirements due to ongoing pandemic-related regulations.

6. Travel Duration:

  • A one-way flight from Baghdad or Erbil to Beijing or Shanghai usually takes about 9–12 hours depending on layovers.
  • With layovers in hubs like Istanbul, Dubai, or Doha, expect the total travel time to be around 12–16 hours.