Flying from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know
3 hours 39 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Jinnah International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. Najaf is 2 hours behind Karachi and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from Jinnah International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport start at 01:15 — the earliest with Pakistan International Airlines. The last flight of the day is the 22:30 option with Iraqi Airways. In total, you can choose from 3 weekly services between KHI and NJF.
Traveling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pakistan International Airlines is your ticket to exploring Najaf (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Iraq!). Check out the direct flights from Jinnah International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Jinnah International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between KHI and NJF include:
Sharjah International Airport
Dubai Airport
Bahrain International Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Iraq, check with your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with all the necessary information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from KHI to NJF.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jinnah International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport is C$231. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$406. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from KHI to NJF.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Jinnah 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 for each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap flight tickets from KHI to NJF every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Jinnah International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport.
Handy information about Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
Central Karachi to Jinnah International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 53 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to KHI? If you're catching an early flight from Jinnah International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Consider staying minutes from the runway if you're arriving on a late flight from Jinnah International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. Granada Hotel is a comfortable option close to NJF. Or check in and get some rest 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 in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Jinnah International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Najaf in April.
Lock in your flight from Jinnah International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport for July if you want to explore Najaf during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 47ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from KHI to NJF in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Najaf
After booking your flights from KHI to NJF, you'll need to find a hotel in Najaf. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Al Sahlah Great Mosque and Great Mosque of Kufa are a couple of major attractions to add to your Najaf must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Al-Najjar Mosque.
Complete your Najaf trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Al-Ashraf International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Najaf trip.