Direct (nonstop) flights from Al-Najaf to Mashad

2 airlines fly nonstop from Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) to Mashhad (MHD). It's 920 miles (1,480 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by AIS Airlines, Qeshm Air.

NJF
Al Najaf International Airport
🇮🇶 Al-Najaf, Iraq
MHD
Mashhad
🇮🇷 Mashad, Iran
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
920 mi
1,480 km
CO₂/pax
170 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
AIS Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AIS Airlines AIS Airlines Qeshm Air Qeshm Air

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AIS Airlines IS AIS Airlines
Route
NJF → MHD
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
920 mi
Qeshm Air QB Qeshm Air
Route
NJF → MHD
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
920 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Al-Najaf to Mashad with one stop · direct emits 170 kg CO₂ per passenger

NJF SRY (Sary) MHD
Leg 1: 1h 30m (595 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (360 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 202 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NJF → SRY
1h 30m · 595 mi
View NJF to SRY flights →
Leg 2
SRY → MHD
1h 15m · 360 mi
View SRY to MHD flights →
NJF IFN (Isfahan) MHD
Leg 1: 1h 23m (440 mi) Leg 2: 1h 33m (504 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NJF → IFN
1h 23m · 440 mi
View NJF to IFN flights →
Leg 2
IFN → MHD
1h 33m · 504 mi
View IFN to MHD flights →
NJF KWI (Kuwait) MHD
Leg 1: 1h 20m (285 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (832 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 232 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NJF → KWI
1h 20m · 285 mi
View NJF to KWI flights →
Leg 2
KWI → MHD
2h 10m · 832 mi
View KWI to MHD flights →
NJF SHJ (Sharjah) MHD
Leg 1: 2h 3m (815 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (790 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 322 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NJF → SHJ
2h 3m · 815 mi
View NJF to SHJ flights →
Leg 2
SHJ → MHD
2h 10m · 790 mi
View SHJ to MHD flights →
NJF DOH (Doha) MHD
Leg 1: 1h 55m (637 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (893 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NJF → DOH
1h 55m · 637 mi
View NJF to DOH flights →
Leg 2
DOH → MHD
2h 25m · 893 mi
View DOH to MHD flights →

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MHD → NJF: Flights from Mashad to Al-Najaf

Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Al-Najaf (NJF) to Mashad (MHD) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 920 miles (1,480 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Al-Najaf to Mashad?

2 airlines: AIS Airlines, Qeshm Air.

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

Yes. 2 airlines: AIS Airlines, Qeshm Air.

How far is Al-Najaf from Mashad?

The flight distance from Al-Najaf to Mashad is 920 miles (1,480 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

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

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 Iraq to Iran?

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

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

Roughly 170 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 850 km.

Is the return flight from Mashad to Al-Najaf 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 Al-Najaf to Mashad?

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 Al Najaf International Airport for this flight?

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