Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know
Najaf's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Najaf three hours ahead of Edinburgh.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your EDI to NJF flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between EDI and NJF include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Rs77,971 is the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs244,734. These fares may change based on demand.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from EDI to NJF. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights departing from Edinburgh Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near EDI:
Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're touching down on a late Edinburgh Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. Royal Eagle Hotel is a good option near NJF. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Granada Hotel before continuing to your final destination.
Set yourself up with an Al-Ashraf International Airport rental car from popular companies like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own wheels, you can go beyond Najaf and explore places most visitors tend to miss.
Reserve your vehicle from Al-Ashraf International Airport a few weeks in advance to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to central Najaf
Al-Ashraf International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Najaf. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
August is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Najaf in April.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport for July if you want to go to Najaf during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC and 47ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from EDI to NJF in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.
Explore more of Iraq
You've done Najaf, now it's time to explore other corners of Iraq. Journey about 145 kilometres north to Baghdad to tick off its leading attractions. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 499 kilometres north of Najaf, Mosul is another favourite stop in Iraq. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.