Travelling from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW): what you need to know
Baghdad's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Najaf.
To ensure you get on your NJF to BGW flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Baghdad (and then discovering more of Iraq!) is a cinch with Iraqi Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Iraqi Airways.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between NJF and BGW:
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Al-Ashraf International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,016. A round-trip fare is currently ر.ق. 2,585. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from NJF to BGW if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from NJF to BGW.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Baghdad International Airport.
Handy information about Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Of the flights that depart from Al-Ashraf International Airport, 77.99% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To get to Al-Ashraf International Airport from central Najaf, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Baghdad International Airport? Royal Eagle Hotel and Granada Hotel are near NJF. They're an especially great choice if you're catching an early flight.
Arriving at Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
If you're getting in on a late Al-Ashraf International Airport to Baghdad International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near BGW:
Travel farther out of Baghdad and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Baghdad International Airport rental car from providers like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Baghdad International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Baghdad International Airport (BGW) to central Baghdad
Baghdad International Airport to the centre of Baghdad has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When to fly to Baghdad International Airport (BGW)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Baghdad International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Baghdad. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Baghdad International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Baghdad, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 47ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from NJF to BGW around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
Mosul is just one of the many cities in Iraq waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Baghdad. Around 354 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Iraq, consider Erbil, roughly 322 kilometres north of Baghdad. Sami Abdulrahman Park, Jalil Khayat Mosque and Syriac Heritage Museum are among the biggest draws.
