IST
Istanbul
Turkey
1,732 km
1,076 miles
NJF
Najaf
Iraq
Distance
1,732 km
1,076 mi / 935 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
122°
east southeast

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IST NJF
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Al Najaf International Airport
IATA Code IST NJF
ICAO Code LTFM ORNI
City Istanbul Najaf
Country Turkey Iraq
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Baghdad
Elevation 325 ft 103 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 31.990000, 44.400000

Istanbul (IST) to Najaf (NJF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) in Najaf, Iraq is 1,732 kilometers (1,076 miles / 935 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 122°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Iraq. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:06 in Istanbul, it's 12:06 in Najaf.

The return flight from Najaf (NJF) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 311° (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 Istanbul Airport (IST) and Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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