Flying from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Tehran: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran.
Tehran is 30 minutes ahead of Najaf, where Al-Ashraf International Airport is located. Tehran runs on the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the most popular route, with 41 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from NJF to IKA is with Qeshm Air at 22:30. Go for the first departure with Qeshm Air at 00:45 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your NJF to Tehran flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your journey at NJF and travel nonstop to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran tickets.
Direct flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran are operated by a good selection of airlines. Book your journey with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from NJF to Tehran. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
To reach NJF from central Najaf, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran? Stay at a hotel close to NJF, such as Royal Eagle Hotel. Granada Hotel will also have you moments from the departure gate.
77.99% of flights that depart Al-Ashraf International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Tehran
The best price we've seen for a one-way Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran flight is Rs71,700. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs149,636. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from NJF to Tehran. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across the month and score a fantastic deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from NJF to Tehran by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Save money on your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The distance from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are handy accommodation options near IKA.
Best time to go to Tehran
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran. The city comes alive during high season, but rates are often higher and attractions can get busy. Go to Tehran in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in an Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from NJF to Tehran around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Tehran, explore our range of accommodation options including:
National Museum of Iran and Golestan Palace are a couple of top attractions to add to your Tehran itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Azadi Tower.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Tehran, now it's time to discover other parts of Iran. Travel around 338 kilometres south to Isfahan to check off its top attractions. From Hasht Behesht Palace to Jameh Mosque of Isfahan and Kakh-e Ali Qapu, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Qom is another sought-after destination in Iran and is around 129 kilometres south of Tehran. No trip is complete without experiencing Ferdosi Park, Astaneh Museum and Gonbad Sabz Garden.