Sharjah to Najaf (SHJ–NJF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SHJ–NJF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Arabia leads the route. The flight covers 815 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G9 Air Arabia | 15 | 320, 32N | 2h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Najaf from Sharjah
| Metric | SHJ→NJF | DXB→NJF |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SHJ | – | 11 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 15 | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
SHJ: +04 · NJF: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Sharjah, it's 5:00 PM in Najaf.
UAE passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Iraqi airports for stays of up to 60 days. The Kurdistan Region of Iraq also issues visas on arrival separately. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond entry.
Confirm current policies with the Iraqi embassy before travel. Dual nationals should verify which passport to present.
SHJ–NJF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SHJ to NJF
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) and Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) are connected by nonstop service from Air Arabia. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SHJ to NJF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SHJ to NJF is about 2 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 815 miles (1,312 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 30 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hamad, Queen Alia and Beirut Rafic Hariri. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB).