Travelling from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Najaf Airport (NJF): what you need to know
The timezone in Najaf is UTC+3, which is nine hours ahead of Minneapolis.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MSP to NJF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Najaf Airport (NJF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Najaf Airport flight is $1,671. A round-trip ticket right now is $2,790. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MSP to NJF, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when searching for your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Najaf Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MSP to NJF by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
77% of flights that take off from Minneapolis St Paul Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Minneapolis St Paul Airport from central Minneapolis, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Najaf Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MSP:
Arriving at Najaf Airport (NJF)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Najaf Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NJF instead:
Line up a Najaf Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own wheels, you can travel beyond Najaf and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Najaf Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your travel date.
Getting from Najaf Airport (NJF) to central Najaf
Najaf Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Najaf. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Najaf Airport (NJF)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Najaf Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Najaf. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Najaf is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 47ºC. Lock in your flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Najaf Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MSP to NJF in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 20ºC then.
Explore more of Iraq
Najaf is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Iraq waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometres north of Najaf, a visit to Baghdad will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Al-Kadhimiya Mosque, Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet.
Around 499 kilometres north of Najaf, Mosul is another favourite stop in Iraq. No visit is complete without checking out Rabban Hormizd Monastery, Al-Hadbaa Tower and Mosque of Prophet Yunus A.S. (Jonah).
