Al Ain City to Najrān flights
Najrān lies 1,419 km (882 mi) south-west of Al Ain City, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 34 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Al Ain City | Najrān | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 846,747 | 505,652 |
| Elevation | 275 m (902 ft) | 1,310 m (4,298 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Asia/Dubai) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
| Nearest large airport | AAN, 17 km out | EAM, 34 km out |
Clocks in Najrān are 1 h behind Al Ain City right now, so a 2 h 34 min journey lands only 1 h 34 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Najrān
Crossing from United Arab Emirates into Saudi Arabia: money changes from the Dirham to the Rial (SAR); sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +966; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648903.
Airports at each end
Leaving Al Ain City
Al Ain City is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Al Ain International Airport (AAN), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Suhar International Airport (OHS, 90 km), Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC, 99 km).
Arriving in Najrān
Najrān is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Najran Domestic Airport (EAM), 34 km (21 mi) from the centre, whose 10,007-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Najran Domestic Airport (regional) | EAM | 34 km (21 mi) | 10,007 ft | 3,982 ft |
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Staying in Najrān
Our booking partner lists 15 places to stay in Najran. Of the 11 with a star rating, the largest group is 1-star (5). Across 11 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 3,448 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Najrān from Al Ain City?
1,419 km (882 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Al Ain City.
How long does it take to get from Al Ain City to Najrān by air?
About 2 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Al Ain City and Najrān?
Najrān is 1 h behind at the moment (Asia/Riyadh against Asia/Dubai).
Which airports are used for Al Ain City to Najrān flights?
Typically Al Ain International Airport (AAN) to Najran Domestic Airport (EAM).
What currency do I need in Najrān?
The Rial (SAR).
Where can I stay in Najrān?
Our booking partner lists 15 places to stay in Najran, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.