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Tikrit, Iraq

Tikrit, historically romanized as Tekrit, is a city in Iraq, located 140 kilometers (87 mi) northwest of Baghdad and 220 kilometers (140 mi) southeast of Mosul on the Tigris River. It is the administrative center of the Saladin Governorate.

Type CityPopulation 160,000

Why go

  • City in Saladin, Iraq.
  • Known for Tigris River.
  • Served by Al Fathah Air Base.

History

Tikrit, historically romanized as Tekrit, is a city in Iraq, located 140 kilometers (87 mi) northwest of Baghdad and 220 kilometers (140 mi) southeast of Mosul on the Tigris River. It is the administrative center of the Saladin Governorate. In 2012, it had a population of approximately 160,000. Tikrit is widely regarded as the cultural capital of Iraqi Sunni Arabs, with control of the city carrying symbolic weight due to its former prestige.

Airports

Tikrit East Airport 8.9 km to the centre
Tikrit, SD, IQ
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Tikrit South Airport 9 km to the centre
Tikrit, SD, IQ
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Samarra West Air Field 52 km to the centre
SD, IQ
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Injanah Air Field 86 km to the centre
DI, IQ
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Where things are

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Photographs

Tikrit, Iraq
Tikrit, Iraq
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Al Fathah Air Base; 9 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Tikrit, Iraq. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.