Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know
Najaf's timezone is UTC+3, making Najaf three hours ahead of London.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to board your LHR to NJF flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and NJF:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
$821 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,166. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to NJF. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LHR to NJF.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is approximately 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel near LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Arriving on a late London Heathrow Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight? Grab your luggage and go directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great options close to NJF are Royal Eagle Hotel and Granada Hotel.
Book an Al-Ashraf International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Najaf and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Al-Ashraf International Airport at least a few weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're going away during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to central Najaf
Al-Ashraf International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from the centre of Najaf. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
August is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Najaf in April.
The warmest month in Najaf is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to NJF in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
Najaf has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iraq just waiting to be explored. About 145 kilometres north of Najaf, a trip to Baghdad will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Iraq, consider Mosul, about 499 kilometres north of Najaf. Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city are highlights.