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Najaf.384 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jul, returning Sat, 26 Jul.Return flight with Kuwait Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Najaf.Inbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Najaf on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 384 €, select.
Najaf.407 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Jun, returning Sat, 28 Jun.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 21 Jun, arriving in Najaf.Inbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Najaf on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 407 €, select.
Najaf.444 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with Turkish Airlines and Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Najaf.Inbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Najaf on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 444 €, select.
Najaf.500 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Najaf.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Najaf on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 500 €, select.
Najaf.501 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Najaf.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Najaf on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 501 €, select.
Najaf.528 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Najaf.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Najaf on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 528 €, select.
Najaf.567 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Aug, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Kuwait Airways and Jazeera Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Kuwait Airways, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Najaf.Inbound indirect flight with Jazeera Airways, departs from Najaf on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 567 €, select.
Najaf.647 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Fri, 22 Aug.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Najaf.Inbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Najaf on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From 647 €, select.

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Istanbul to Najaf: Alternative routes

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Istanbul to Najaf: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found384 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time3 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineIraqi Airways
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Najaf: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Najaf is 384 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Najaf.
Iraqi Airways and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Istanbul to Najaf.
As of June 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Najaf.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Najaf is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Najaf Airport on Saturday, 19 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Najaf but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Najaf is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Kuwait Airways and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Najaf.

Travelling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport is 3 hours.

  • Istanbul and Najaf share the same timezone, UTC+3.

  • Take your pick of six weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flights. The 01:20 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest you can take. Iraqi Airways operates the last service of the day at 13:00.

  • To ensure you get on your IST to NJF flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Iraqi Airways has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Najaf — and maybe even more of Iraq if you have time.

  • Iraqi Airways is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between IST and NJF include:

    • Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight is 160 €. A return fare is currently 384 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Get cheap tickets from IST to NJF by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from IST to NJF.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk 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.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to IST? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)

  • Stay moments from the runway if you're getting in on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. Royal Eagle Hotel is a good option near NJF. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Granada Hotel before continuing to your final destination.

  • Travel farther out of Najaf and discover off-the-radar places with your own wheels. You can pick up an Al-Ashraf International Airport rental car from popular providers like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.

  • Reserve your ride from Al-Ashraf International Airport a few weeks before your departure date to secure the best deal. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.

Getting from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to central Najaf

  • Al-Ashraf International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Najaf. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

When to fly to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Najaf. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport for July if you want to go to Najaf during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to NJF sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Iraq

  • Najaf is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Iraq just waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres north of Najaf, a visit to Baghdad will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.

  • Mosul is another favourite destination in Iraq and is around 499 kilometres north of Najaf. No journey is complete without a visit to Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.

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