Cheap flights from Dammam to Najaf
Cheap flights from Dammam to Najaf link Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province with one of Iraq's most visited cities, and the route is served nonstop as well as through connections. You leave from King Fahad International and land at Al Najaf International, so the trip is short enough for a long weekend or a family visit. Fares swing with the season, which is why comparing dates before you commit is worth the extra minute.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlynasXY | direct | — | 17 Sept 2026 | from $240 | Search 17 Sept 2026 |
 Royal JordanianRJ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 3 Oct 2026 | from $246 | Search 3 Oct 2026 |
 Fly DubaiFZ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 23 Sept 2026 | from $299 | Search 23 Sept 2026 |
 Air ArabiaG9 | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 3 Oct 2026 | from $300 | Search 3 Oct 2026 |
 Qatar AirwaysQR | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 3 Oct 2026 | from $354 | Search 3 Oct 2026 |
 Gulf AirGF | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 1 Dec 2026 | from $494 | Search 1 Dec 2026 |
 Saudi Arabian AirlinesSV | with a stop | — | 3 Oct 2026 | from $538 | Search 3 Oct 2026 |
 Middle East AirlinesME | with a stop | — | 8 Oct 2026 | from $614 | Search 8 Oct 2026 |
 EmiratesEK | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 3 Oct 2026 | from $814 | Search 3 Oct 2026 |
 Air CairoSM | with a stop | — | 2 Oct 2026 | from $1,113 | Search 2 Oct 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 16 September 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: October — from $246.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | from $299 | 23 Sept 2026 | |
| October 2026 | from $246 | 3 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $265 | 20 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $299 | 8 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $542 | 10 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $296 | 9 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $387 | 5 Mar 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $376 | 21 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $533 | 17 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $400 | 5 Jul 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Dammam | King Fahad International DMM | — |
| Najaf | Al Najaf International NJF | 0 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
October is the cheapest month on this route, and the autumn weeks around it are usually calm for fares too. Demand rises around major Shia pilgrimage dates and during school holidays, when seats on direct departures fill early and prices climb. Midweek flights, especially Tuesday and Wednesday, tend to cost less than weekend departures. Book several weeks ahead for the busy seasons, and if your dates are flexible, let the price calendar choose the day rather than fixing a date first.
Airlines and what to expect
Flynas, Fly Dubai and Air Arabia are the low-cost names on this route, with lighter fares and a cabin bag as the usual baseline — check what each one includes before you compare totals. Saudi Arabian Airlines, Royal Jordanian, Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Emirates, Middle East Airlines and Air Cairo are the full-service options, where a checked bag and meals are normally part of the ticket. Some of these sell direct seats and others route you through a hub, so journey time and the number of stops vary by carrier. Sort by total travel time, not just by fare.
Arriving — Najaf
Al Najaf International sits just outside the city, a short drive from the shrine district and the main hotel area, so the transfer into town is quick by taxi or by a pickup arranged through your hotel. There is no rail link and public transport is limited, so most travellers sort out a car before landing or take a taxi from the rank outside arrivals. Have your accommodation address ready in writing, carry some local currency for the ride, and allow extra time on the road during pilgrimage periods, when traffic around the old city slows down.
Before you go: Iraq
- Currency
- IQD (ID)
- Power sockets
- Type C, G · 230 V
- Language
- Kurdish language, Arabic
- Emergency number
- 104, 115, 122
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +964
- Internet domain
- .iq
- Population of Najaf
- 725 k (2015)
- Time zone
- UTC+03 (Asia/Baghdad)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check that your ticket departs from King Fahad International, the only airport serving Dammam.
- Compare baggage rules on Flynas, Fly Dubai and Air Arabia, where the base fare may cover a cabin bag only.
- If your itinerary connects, keep both legs on one ticket so a delay does not leave you rebooking alone.
- Confirm Iraqi entry rules and your visa before departure, and carry printed copies of your documents.
- Book early for pilgrimage seasons, and check the calendar for October, when fares on this route usually dip.
Frequently asked questions
Dammam – Najaf: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for October 2026 — $246. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Dammam – Najaf: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Flynas, Royal Jordanian, Fly Dubai, Air Arabia, Qatar Airways, Gulf Air, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Middle East Airlines, Emirates, Air Cairo.
Dammam – Najaf: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Dammam to Najaf?
The distance is about 830 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 1 h 28 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Dammam – Najaf?
Dammam: King Fahad International (DMM). Najaf: Al Najaf International (NJF).
What is the time difference between Dammam and Najaf?
Najaf is in the same time zone as Dammam.