Non-stop flights to Al Najaf (NJF)
Al Najaf International Airport is the third largest airport in Iraq. It is an international airport. In total there are 13 airports around the world that have direct flights to Al Najaf, spread around 12 cities in 9 countries. Currently, there are no domestic flights to Al Najaf.
Al Najaf is mainly known for sightseeing & culture.
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All direct flights to Al Najaf Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Al Najaf Best time to visit Al Najaf Business Class flights International flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 117 flights arriving at Al Najaf Airport, which are 28 flights per week or 4 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Al Najaf are routes from Tehran (IKA) in Iran and Mashhad (MHD), also in Iran. These two routes together are operated 48 times this month, and make up for 41% of all monthly arrivals at Al Najaf International Airport.
The longest flight to Al Najaf NJF is departing from Karachi (KHI). This non-stop flight takes around 4 hours and 40 minutes and covers a distance of 1,462 miles (2,353 km).
List of all direct flights to Al Najaf
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Al Najaf, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Al Najaf.
Airlines flying to Al Najaf
Currently, there are 12 airlines that fly to Al Najaf. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all NJF flights:
What is the best time to visit Al Najaf?
🏜️ Desert
Desert destinations like Al Najaf are known for their hot days, with temperatures frequently exceeding 40°C (104°F), but cooler nights. With very little rainfall, these locations are famous for their extreme weather, breathtaking scenery, and the cultural heritage of their inhabitants. Despite the harsh living conditions, they provide a remarkable mix of adventure, calmness, and stunning landscapes, making them wonderful places to explore.
Al Najaf is a wonderful destination to explore throughout the year, but it's advisable to avoid the summer months due to the intense heat. For a more enjoyable visit, plan your trip between September and May.
Business class flights to Al Najaf
There are 7 airports that have flights to Al Najaf in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights to NJF are listed below:
International flights to Al Najaf
Flights from Iran to Al Najaf
There are 4 airports in Iran that have non-stop flights to Al Najaf.
From Isfahan, direct flights are offered by Caspian Airlines.
From Mashhad, you can fly non-stop with ATA Airlines or Caspian Airlines.
From Shiraz, you can fly non-stop to Al Najaf with Pars Air. This route is recently announced though, and not operational yet. It will start in July 2026.
From Tehran, you can fly non-stop with ATA Airlines or Caspian Airlines.
All flights from Iran
Flights from Jordan to Al Najaf
Amman is the only city in Jordan with direct flights to Al Najaf. From Amman, direct flights are offered by Royal Jordanian (Oneworld).
All flights from Jordan
Flights from Kuwait to Al Najaf
In Kuwait, the only airport that has a direct connection to Al Najaf is Kuwait City. From Kuwait City, direct flights are offered by Kuwait Airways. This is a seasonal route that starts in August and ends in March.
All flights from Kuwait
Flights from Lebanon to Al Najaf
There is 1 airport in Lebanon that has a direct connection to Al Najaf, which is Beirut. From Beirut, direct flights are offered by Middle East (SkyTeam).
All flights from Lebanon
Flights from Pakistan to Al Najaf
In Pakistan, the only airport that has a direct connection to Al Najaf is Karachi. From Karachi, direct flights are offered by Pakistan. This is a seasonal route that starts in July and ends in August.
All flights from Pakistan
Flights from Qatar to Al Najaf
Doha is the only city in Qatar with direct flights to Al Najaf. From Doha, direct flights are offered by Qatar Airways (Oneworld).
All flights from Qatar
Flights from Saudi Arabia to Al Najaf
There is 1 airport in Saudi Arabia that has a direct connection to Al Najaf, which is Dammam. From Dammam, direct flights are offered by Flynas. This is a seasonal route that starts in September and ends in October.
All flights from Saudi Arabia
Flights from Turkey to Al Najaf
Istanbul is the only city in Turkey with direct flights to Al Najaf. From Istanbul, direct flights are offered by Turkish Airlines (Star Alliance). This route is recently announced though, and not operational yet. It will start in June 2027.
All flights from Turkey
Flights from United Arab Emirates to Al Najaf
If you are looking for a direct flight from United Arab Emirates to Al Najaf, there are 2 airports to choose from.
From Dubai, direct flights are offered by Flydubai.
From Dubai (Sharjah), the only airline with direct flights is Air Arabia.
All flights from United Arab Emirates
Alternative airports near Al Najaf
Flying to an alternative airport near Al Najaf could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. The only alternative airport to Al Najaf (NJF) within a range of 125 miles (200 km) is Baghdad (BGW).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Al Najaf?
There is 1 airport in Al Najaf: Al Najaf International Airport (NJF).
What is the best airport to fly into Al Najaf?
The most convenient airport to fly into Al Najaf is Al Najaf International Airport (NJF).
How many airlines fly to Al Najaf?
There are 12 airlines flying to Al Najaf from 13 airports around the world, as of July 2026.
Which airlines fly to Al Najaf?
Caspian Airlines, ATA Airlines and Middle East operate most flights to Al Najaf. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying to Al Najaf?
Oneworld, SkyTeam and Star Alliance are all flying to Al Najaf.
How many nonstop flights are there to Al Najaf?
There are roughly 117 flights arriving at Al Najaf every month (or 28 flights each week), from a total of 13 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Al Najaf Airport?
The official name of Al Najaf Airport is Al Najaf International Airport.
What is the airport code of Al Najaf Airport?
The airport code of Al Najaf Airport is NJF.
What are the most popular flights to Al Najaf?
Tehran, Mashhad and Amman are the 3 most popular routes to Al Najaf. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Al Najaf, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Al Najaf?
| Tehran to Al Najaf | 1h 15m |
| Mashhad to Al Najaf | 2h 15m |
| Amman to Al Najaf | 1h 50m |
| Beirut to Al Najaf | 1h 45m |
| Dubai (Sharjah) to Al Najaf | 3h 5m |
