Aleppo to Kufa flights
Kufa lies 813 km (505 mi) south-east of Aleppo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 48 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.
| Aleppo | Kufa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Iraq |
| Population | 2.1 million | 110,000 |
| Elevation | 401 m (1,316 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Nearest large airport | ALP, 6 km out | NJF, 7 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kufa
Crossing from Syria into Iraq: money changes from the Pound to the Dinar (IQD); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +964; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812.
Airports at each end
Leaving Aleppo
Aleppo is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Aleppo International Airport (ALP), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,547 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport (GZT, 88 km), Hatay Airport (HTY, 80 km).
Arriving in Kufa
Kufa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Al Najaf International Airport (NJF), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Najaf International Airport | NJF | 7 km (4 mi) | 9,842 ft | 103 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kufa from Aleppo?
813 km (505 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Aleppo.
How long does it take to get from Aleppo to Kufa by air?
About 1 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Aleppo and Kufa?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Aleppo to Kufa flights?
Typically Aleppo International Airport (ALP) to Al Najaf International Airport (NJF).
What currency do I need in Kufa?
The Dinar (IQD).
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.