Travelling from Najaf Airport (NJF) to Mashhad Airport (MHD): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Mashhad is 30 minutes ahead of Najaf and is in the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Each week, there are 44 Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport flights. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, go for the 07:00 Iraqi Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 22:55 with Sepehran Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to catch your NJF to MHD flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
There's a good range of direct flights from Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport to choose from. When planning your Mashhad journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting corner of Iran:
Sepehran Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Iraqi Airways is the most punctual carrier offering NJF to MHD flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between NJF and MHD:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah Airport
Kuwait Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Najaf Airport (NJF) to Mashhad Airport (MHD)
£339 is the best price for a one-way Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport flight. A return flight starts from £708. These prices may change based on availability.
To get cheap tickets from NJF to MHD, book your journey one month ahead of your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from NJF to MHD by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport.
Handy information about Najaf Airport (NJF)
Of all flights departing from Najaf Airport, 68% touch down on time at their destination.
Najaf Airport is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Najaf. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to NJF? If you're catching an early flight from Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Mashhad Airport (MHD)
Step off your Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a convenient option that's not too far from MHD, consider Golden Palace Hotel (Ghasr Talaei).
Getting from Mashhad Airport (MHD) to central Mashhad
Mashhad Airport is roughly 13 kms (8 miles) from the centre of Mashhad. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Mashhad Airport (MHD)
The quietest month for a flight from Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Mashhad based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Najaf Airport to Mashhad Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Mashhad, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from NJF to MHD around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Mashhad, now it's time to explore other corners of Iran. Travel about 467 kms (290 miles) west to Gorgan to tick off its top sights. From Naharkhoran Park to Gonbad-e Qabus Tower and Gorgan Archaeological Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Sabzevar is another favourite destination in Iran and is around 177 kms (110 miles) west of Mashhad. No journey is complete without a visit to Jameh Mosque of Sabzevar, Cultural Centre of Imam Reza and Khosrogerd Minaret.
