Flying from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Dubai: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4. The city is one hour ahead of Najaf, where Al-Ashraf International Airport is located.
Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Dubai Airport (DXB) is the most popular route, with seven departures a week to pick from. You can fly from NJF to DXB at 09:50 with flydubai.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your NJF to Dubai flight.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai ticket. Start your trip at NJF and end it at Dubai Airport (DXB).
flydubai is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from NJF to Dubai with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Jinnah International Airport (KHI)
NJF is about 6 kilometres from central Najaf. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai? Royal Eagle Hotel and Granada Hotel are close to NJF. They're an especially good choice if you have an early flight out.
Of the flights that depart from Al-Ashraf International Airport, 77.99% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Dubai
Rs56,948 is currently the best price for a one-way Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs118,744. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To snag cheap flights from NJF to Dubai, book your trip three months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you have a late flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai. Select one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Dubai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire to explore Dubai and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from NJF to Dubai.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is about 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). After your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 45 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DWC. Settle in and get cosy after your NJF to Dubai flight at one of these well-located options:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make picking up a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from DWC three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
Plan your trip to Dubai during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book an Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NJF to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC.
More about Dubai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Dubai right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Dubai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Dubai Mall Heart, Burj Khalifa and Desert safari tourism are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to discover more of United Arab Emirates. Journey about 121 kilometres south-west to Abu Dhabi to check off its must-visit sights. From Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque to Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in United Arab Emirates, head for Khawr Fakkān, about 113 kilometres east of Dubai. Souq Sharq, Mountain Top View Point and Wadi Wurayah National Park are the start of reasons to visit.