Flying from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know
Najaf's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Najaf two hours 30 minutes behind Bengaluru.
For a stress-free journey, 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 BLR to NJF flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kempegowda International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BLR and NJF include:
Dubai Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
At the moment, £256 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kempegowda International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £452. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BLR to NJF if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BLR to NJF by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport.
Handy information about Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
You'll find BLR at Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
71.17% of flights that depart Kempegowda International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Kempegowda International Airport is about 20 miles from central Bengaluru. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BLR:
Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late Kempegowda International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. Royal Eagle Hotel and Granada Hotel are good options near NJF.
Line up an Al-Ashraf International Airport rental car from leading outlets like Europcar or Fox - Rent A Car. With your own set of wheels, you can go beyond Najaf and check out places that don't make every guidebook.
Give yourself a better shot at getting the best rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Al-Ashraf International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to central Najaf
Al-Ashraf International Airport is approximately 14 miles from central Najaf. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Najaf in April.
The warmest month in Najaf is July, with temperatures ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF). Lock in your flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BLR to NJF sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
Baghdad is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be discovered once you've seen Najaf. Around 90 miles away to the north, top sights here include Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.
Around 310 miles north of Najaf, Mosul is another essential stop in Iraq. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.
