Flying from Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when planning your flight from Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF). Explore your options for heading out from Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Al-Ashraf International Airport is located in Najaf. The city runs on the UTC+3 timezone and is seven hours ahead of Toronto.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Toronto to NJF.
Travelling during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Pearson International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take you 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to NJF flight:
62.09% of all departures from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The trip to YKF from the centre of Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights touch down as expected. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
About Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport or just want to call it a day fast? Booking a hotel close to NJF is a smart move. Royal Eagle Hotel and Granada Hotel are two good options.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Right now, R 12,607 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 20,932. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Toronto to NJF if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF). Visit Najaf in April for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Najaf is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF). Lock in your Toronto to NJF plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Najaf
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Najaf right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Toronto to Al-Ashraf International Airport:
Your trip to Najaf wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include Great Mosque of Kufa, نجف and مرقد الامام علي بن ابي طالب(علية السلام).
Explore more of Iraq
Najaf has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Iraq just waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres north of Najaf, a visit to Baghdad will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Al-Kadhimiya Mosque, Great Mosque and Mosque of the Prophet.
Around 209 kilometres south-east of Najaf, Nasiriyah is another essential stop in Iraq. No visit is complete without checking out Mrs. Landa Mosque, Mosque of Imam Hassan (peace be upon him) and Nasiriyah Museum.
