The flight distance from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Dallas-Fort Worth, United States to Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) in Najaf, Iraq is 11,743 kilometers (7,297 miles / 6,341 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with Iraq. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:16 in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 10:16 in Najaf. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Najaf (NJF) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) follows a heading of 327° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.