Flying from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Kuwait International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport.
Najaf's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Kuwait.
Flights from KWI to NJF start at 06:45 — the earliest with Jazeera Airways. The last departure is at 16:45 with Jazeera Airways. Overall, there are 18 weekly Kuwait International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your KWI to NJF flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Kuwait International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Najaf holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Iraq:
Iraqi Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
With an impressive 93.33% of services arriving as scheduled, Kuwait Airways is the most punctual carrier operating KWI to NJF flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. These are the top stopovers between KWI and NJF:
Bahrain International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Currently, R 2,039 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,764. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KWI to NJF.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from KWI to NJF.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kuwait International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from KWI land on schedule 81.62% of the time.
To reach Kuwait International Airport from central Kuwait, it'll take about 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.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near KWI:
Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're landing on a late Kuwait International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. Royal Eagle Hotel is a good option near NJF. Or check in and get some rest at Granada Hotel before heading to your final destination.
Venture beyond Najaf and head to places that aren't on the typical itinerary with your own wheels. You can pick up an Al-Ashraf International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
Improve your chances of getting the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Al-Ashraf International Airport several weeks in advance is a good move.
Getting from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to central Najaf
Al-Ashraf International Airport to the centre of Najaf has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
When to fly to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Kuwait International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Najaf. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Kuwait 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 (84ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KWI to NJF in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
Najaf has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Iraq just waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres north of Najaf, a trip to Baghdad will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
Mosul is another must-experience destination in Iraq and is around 499 kilometres north of Najaf. No journey is complete without visiting Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
