Cheap flights from Dubai to Najaf
Cheap flights from Dubai to Najaf link the Emirates with central Iraq, and the route has non-stop options alongside one-stop connections through the Gulf. Low-cost and full-service carriers both fly it, so what you pay depends on the airline, the date and what the fare includes. Compare a few departure dates before you commit.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Fly DubaiFZ | direct | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 21 Jan 2027 | from $265 | Search 21 Jan 2027 |
 Qatar AirwaysQR | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 22 Jan 2027 | from $392 | Search 22 Jan 2027 |
 Kuwait AirwaysKU | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 12 Mar 2027 | from $443 | Search 12 Mar 2027 |
 Gulf AirGF | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 17 Sept 2026 | from $453 | Search 17 Sept 2026 |
 Royal JordanianRJ | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 22 Jan 2027 | from $456 | Search 22 Jan 2027 |
 Oman AirWY | with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 20 Sept 2026 | from $634 | Search 20 Sept 2026 |
 EgyptairMS | with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 17 Sept 2026 | from $1,502 | Search 17 Sept 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 17 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 $265.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2026 | from $275 | 17 Sept 2026 | |
| October 2026 | from $265 | 13 Oct 2026 | |
| November 2026 | from $287 | 16 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $274 | 1 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $265 | 21 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $267 | 3 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $443 | 12 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $1,309 | 15 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $290 | 31 May 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | Al Maktoum Int. Airport DWC | 42 km |
| Dubai | Dubai DXB | 8 km |
| Dubai | Dubai Bus Station XNB | — |
| Najaf | Al Najaf International NJF | 0 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
October is the cheapest month on this route, and the price calendar covers September through May, so you can compare before you commit. Fares usually rise in the cooler months, when demand from business and family travellers is highest, and again around major holidays. Midweek departures often cost less than weekend ones. Book a few weeks ahead if you are travelling in a busy period, and stay flexible by a day or so, because the gap between neighbouring dates can be wider than you expect. If your plans are open, start with October and work outwards.
Airlines and what to expect
Fly Dubai is the low-cost carrier on this route, while Qatar Airways, Kuwait Airways, Gulf Air, Royal Jordanian, Oman Air and Egyptair are the full-service names you will see. Some flights go non-stop between Dubai and Najaf; others connect through the airline's home hub, which adds time but can lower the fare. On low-cost tickets, checked baggage, seat choice and food are usually extras. Full-service fares more often bundle a bag and a meal and give you more room to change plans, but read the fare rules either way and compare the total, not the headline fare.
Arriving — Najaf
You land at Al Najaf International, the airport that serves the city. Immigration and baggage are usually straightforward, but several arrivals can come in close together, so allow time if you have a long road journey ahead. Taxis and pre-booked transfers are the usual ways into town; agree the fare before you set off, or arrange a pickup through your hotel. Have your accommodation address written down for the driver, and keep some local currency on you for the ride. If someone is meeting you, confirm which exit before you fly.
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
- Confirm your departure point in Dubai, since Dubai International, Al Maktoum International and Dubai Bus Station are not interchangeable.
- On a low-cost ticket, add the checked bag and seat fee to the fare before you decide it is cheaper.
- If your connection is on a separate ticket, leave a long gap, because a missed leg is not protected.
- Check the entry rules and documents for Iraq well before departure.
- Book early for the busy months and weigh October against your own dates.
- Ask your hotel in Najaf to arrange the airport transfer if you land late.
Frequently asked questions
Dubai – Najaf: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for October 2026 — $265. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Dubai – Najaf: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Fly Dubai, Qatar Airways, Kuwait Airways, Gulf Air, Royal Jordanian, Oman Air, Egyptair.
Dubai – Najaf: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Najaf?
The distance is about 1,298 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 2 h 02 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Dubai – Najaf?
Dubai: Al Maktoum Int. Airport (DWC), Dubai (DXB), Dubai Bus Station (XNB). Najaf: Al Najaf International (NJF).
What is the time difference between Dubai and Najaf?
Najaf is 1 h behind Dubai.