Direct (nonstop) flights from Amman to Al-Najaf

1 airline flys nonstop from Queen Alia International (AMM) to Al Najaf International Airport (NJF). It's 495 miles (796 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by Royal Jordanian.

AMM
Queen Alia International
🇯🇴 Amman, Jordan
NJF
Al Najaf International Airport
🇮🇶 Al-Najaf, Iraq
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
495 mi
796 km
CO₂/pax
92 kg
−40 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Royal Jordanian
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Royal Jordanian Royal Jordanian

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Royal Jordanian RJ Royal Jordanian
Route
AMM → NJF
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
495 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Amman to Al-Najaf with one stop · direct emits 92 kg CO₂ per passenger

AMM BGW (Baghdad) NJF
Leg 1: 1h 35m (492 mi) Leg 2: 30m (88 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → BGW
1h 35m · 492 mi
View AMM to BGW flights →
Leg 2
BGW → NJF
30m · 88 mi
View BGW to NJF flights →
AMM BEY (Beirut) NJF
Leg 1: 1h 15m (147 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (533 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → BEY
1h 15m · 147 mi
View AMM to BEY flights →
Leg 2
BEY → NJF
1h 40m · 533 mi
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AMM KWI (Kuwait) NJF
Leg 1: 2h 10m (734 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (285 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+133% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → KWI
2h 10m · 734 mi
View AMM to KWI flights →
Leg 2
KWI → NJF
1h 10m · 285 mi
View KWI to NJF flights →
AMM DMM (Dammam) NJF
Leg 1: 2h 20m (909 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (500 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 286 kg CO₂ (+211% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → DMM
2h 20m · 909 mi
View AMM to DMM flights →
Leg 2
DMM → NJF
1h 43m · 500 mi
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AMM BAH (Bahrain) NJF
Leg 1: 2h 30m (961 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (544 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 288 kg CO₂ (+213% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → BAH
2h 30m · 961 mi
View AMM to BAH flights →
Leg 2
BAH → NJF
1h 45m · 544 mi
View BAH to NJF flights →

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NJF → AMM: Flights from Al-Najaf to Amman

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Amman to Al-Najaf?

A nonstop flight from Amman (AMM) to Al-Najaf (NJF) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 495 miles (796 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Amman to Al-Najaf?

Just Royal Jordanian.

Is there a nonstop flight from Amman to Al-Najaf?

Yes. 1 airline: Royal Jordanian.

How far is Amman from Al-Najaf?

The flight distance from Amman to Al-Najaf is 495 miles (796 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Amman to Al-Najaf?

At 1h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Jordan to Iraq?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Iraq embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Amman to Al-Najaf?

Roughly 92 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 460 km.

Is the return flight from Al-Najaf to Amman also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Amman to Al-Najaf?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Queen Alia International for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.