Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know
The timezone in Najaf is UTC+3, which is seven hours ahead of New York.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your JFK to NJF flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between JFK and NJF:
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Rs151,007 is currently the best price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs293,653. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from JFK to NJF if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
Of all flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to JFK:
Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Getting in late on a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight? Collect your luggage and head directly to a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to NJF are Royal Eagle Hotel and Granada Hotel.
Travel farther out of Najaf and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can grab an Al-Ashraf International Airport rental car from companies like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
Increase your likelihood of getting a great deal by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Al-Ashraf International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to central Najaf
From Al-Ashraf International Airport, Najaf is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
August is the busiest month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Najaf in April.
The warmest month in Najaf is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC and 47ºC. Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from JFK to NJF sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Najaf. Around 145 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
Mosul is another favourite destination in Iraq and is around 499 kilometres north of Najaf. No trip is complete without dropping by Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.