Travelling from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Mashhad is UTC+4:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Najaf.
You can choose from 30 weekly Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport flights. The 05:15 departure with Fly Baghdad is the earliest available. Qeshm Air operates the last service of the day at 20:00.
Your NJF to MHD flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
There are direct flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport, so getting to Mashhad (and then exploring more of Iran!) is a cinch. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
Iraqi Airways has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between NJF and MHD:
Kuwait International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport flight is R 3,786. A round-trip fare is currently R 8,952. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from NJF to MHD, reserve your journey seven months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from NJF to MHD is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Of all flights departing from Al-Ashraf International Airport, 77.99% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Al-Ashraf International Airport from central Najaf, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you have an early flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) at Royal Eagle Hotel. Granada Hotel is another handy accommodation option near NJF.
Arriving at Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
Consider a stay at Ghasr Talaee International Hotel after arriving from your Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport flight. It's not too far from MHD and a handy option if you'd like to get some sleep right away.
Getting from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to central Mashhad
Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Mashhad. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Mashhad. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Mashhad is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from NJF to MHD in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iran
Mashhad is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Iran you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres west of Mashhad, a visit to Gorgan will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Golshahr Park-پارک گلشهر, Kianshahr Park and Naharkhoran Park.
Around 177 kilometres west of Mashhad, Sabzevar is another essential stop in Iran. No visit is complete without checking out پارک سلامت, میدان شهید دکتر بهشتی and Jameh Mosque of Sabzevar.