Flying from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know
A direct flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport takes on average 1 hour 20 minutes. The timezone in Najaf is UTC+3, so it's 1 hour ahead of Beirut.
Take your pick of 9 weekly flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. The 00:05 departure with Middle East Airlines is the earliest available between BEY and NJF. Middle East Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:55 if early mornings aren't your thing.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Middle East Airlines is your gateway to discovering Najaf (and perhaps some other great corners of Iraq!). Choose from the direct flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport offered by this popular airline.
To break up your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the BEY - NJF route include:
Kuwait International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Iraq, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BEY to NJF.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
C$261 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. A return flight starts at C$422. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book 5 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from BEY to NJF.
January is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Beirut. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 11 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near BEY? If you've booked an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Stay minutes from the runway if you're arriving on a late flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. Granada Hotel is a comfortable option near NJF. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Royal Eagle Hotel before traveling to your final destination.
Getting from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to central Najaf
Al-Ashraf International Airport to the center of Najaf takes about 29 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Najaf. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Najaf, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC to 47ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BEY to NJF in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC and 20ºC then.
More about Najaf
Once you've booked your flights from BEY to NJF, you'll need to find a place to stay in Najaf. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Al Sahlah Great Mosque and Great Mosque of Kufa are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Najaf travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Al-Najjar Mosque.
Complete your Najaf trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Al-Ashraf International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your Najaf getaway.
