KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
460 km
286 miles
NJF
Najaf
Iraq
Distance
460 km
286 mi / 248 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

KWI NJF
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport Al Najaf International Airport
IATA Code KWI NJF
ICAO Code OKKK ORNI
City Kuwait City Najaf
Country Kuwait Iraq
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Asia/Baghdad
Elevation 206 ft 103 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 31.990000, 44.400000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Najaf (NJF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) in Najaf, Iraq is 460 kilometers (286 miles / 248 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:28 in Kuwait City, it's 10:28 in Najaf.

The return flight from Najaf (NJF) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 131° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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