Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF): what you need to know
The timezone in Najaf is UTC+3, which is ten hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LAX to NJF flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between LAX and NJF:
Hamad International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Currently, C$749 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$1,781. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from LAX to NJF, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LAX to NJF by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of LAX.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
Arriving late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport flight? Grab your bags and go directly to a nearby hotel. Two good options close to NJF are Royal Eagle Hotel and Granada Hotel.
Grab an Al-Ashraf International Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Europcar and Fox - Rent A Car can hook you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Najaf and beyond.
Increase your likelihood of scoring a great deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Al-Ashraf International Airport several weeks in advance is a smart move.
Getting from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to central Najaf
Al-Ashraf International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from the centre of Najaf. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
August is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Najaf in April.
The warmest month in Najaf is July, with the temperature ranging between 29ºC (84ºF) and 47ºC (117ºF). Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Al-Ashraf International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LAX to NJF sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iraq
You've seen Najaf, now it's time to explore other corners of Iraq. Travel about 145 kilometres north to Baghdad to tick off its leading attractions. From Baghdad Tower to Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Mosul is another sought-after destination in Iraq and is around 499 kilometres north of Najaf. No trip is complete without experiencing Nergal Gate - Nineveh, Jardim Do Edem and Southern Wall of Nineveh ancient city.