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Al Najaf International Airport (NJF)
Al Najaf International Airport is an international airport serving Najaf (Najaf Governorate), Iraq. Its IATA code is NJF and its ICAO code is ORNI. It has one runway, 3,000 m long.
- IATANJF
- ICAOORNI
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- NJF
- ICAO code
- ORNI
- City
- Najaf
- Region / province
- Najaf Governorate
- Country / territory
- Iraq
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 31.9911° N, 44.4050° E
- Elevation
- 31 m (103 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Baghdad (UTC+03:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 3,000 m (9,842 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 3,000 m9,842 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
6,625 km
Direct flight: ≈ 8 h 45 min
Hanoi (HAN)
6,142 km
Direct flight: ≈ 8 h 10 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
6,764 km
Direct flight: ≈ 8 h 55 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| ATIS | 123.900 MHz |
| Ground GND | 121.700 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 119.100 MHz |
Air freight to and from Al Najaf International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Najaf through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Iraq
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baghdad International Airport / New Al Muthana Air Base | BGW | 142 km |
| Basra International Airport | BSR | 349 km |
| Kirkuk International Airport | KIK | 387 km |
| Jalal Talabani International Airport | ISU | 406 km |
| Erbil International Airport | EBL | 474 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Al Najaf International Airport?
The IATA code of Al Najaf International Airport is NJF and its ICAO code is ORNI. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Al Najaf International Airport located?
Al Najaf International Airport is in Najaf, Najaf Governorate, Iraq, at coordinates 31.9911° N, 44.4050° E and an elevation of 31 m (103 ft).
How far is Al Najaf International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Al Najaf International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 6,764 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 6,142 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 6,625 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 8 h 55 min.
How long is the runway at Al Najaf International Airport?
The longest runway at Al Najaf International Airport is 3,000 m (9,842 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Al Najaf International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Al Najaf International Airport (NJF) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.