Travelling from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know
2 hours 25 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. Najaf is 1 hour 30 minutes behind Mashhad and operates on the UTC+3 timezone.
For the earliest departure, jump on the 00:30 flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. If you want to jet off later, the last flight is at 20:45. With 30 flights each week from MHD to NJF, you can pick the one that best suits you.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. Here are the top stopovers between MHD and NJF:
Kuwait International Airport
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter Iraq, check with your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most up-to-date information, including additional travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MHD to NJF.
Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Stay moments from the runway if you're arriving on a late flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. Granada Hotel is one option near NJF. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Royal Eagle Hotel before continuing to your final destination.
Handy information about Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
To reach Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport from central Mashhad, it'll take about 21 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport off to an easy start. Just a short ride from MHD, book a night at Almas Hotel (2) and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
More about Najaf
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Najaf right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from MHD to NJF:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Al Sahlah Great Mosque, Great Mosque of Kufa and Al-Najjar Mosque are must-have experiences during your Najaf visit.
Getting from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to central Najaf
Al-Ashraf International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Najaf. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 29 minutes.
Complete your Najaf trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Al-Ashraf International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Najaf.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport is $491. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,109. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get flight tickets from MHD to NJF by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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When to fly to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
The quietest month for a flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Najaf based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Najaf during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29 ºC and 47 ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MHD to NJF in January. Average temperatures are between 4 ºC and 20 ºC then.