Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.
Manama and Najaf are both in the UTC+3 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Choose from ten weekly Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flights. The 08:10 departure with Gulf Air is the earliest flight you can take. Gulf Air operates the last service of the day at 12:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your BAH to NJF flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Gulf Air is your ticket to exploring Najaf (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Iraq!). Check out the direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Gulf Air.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for BAH to NJF flights is Gulf Air.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BAH and NJF:
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
$193 is the best price for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. Return flights start from $280. These prices may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from BAH to NJF by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BAH to NJF.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bahrain International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BAH make it to their destination as scheduled 85.53% of the time.
To reach Bahrain International Airport from central Manama, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BAH. Whether you have an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've just come in on a late Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. Royal Eagle Hotel and Granada Hotel are good options near NJF.
Venture beyond Najaf and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can pick up an Al-Ashraf International Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car.
Boost your chances of snagging the best deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Al-Ashraf International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart move.
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 Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Najaf in April.
The warmest month in Najaf is July, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF). Book your flights from Bahrain International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BAH to NJF in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of Iraq
You've done Najaf, now it's time to explore other parts of Iraq. Travel around 145 kilometres north to Baghdad to tick off its leading attractions. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Mosul is another must-experience destination in Iraq and is around 499 kilometres north of Najaf. No trip is complete without seeing Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
