Balbala to Najrān flights
Najrān lies 669 km (415 mi) north of Balbala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 36 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.
| Balbala | Najrān | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Djibouti | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 554,350 | 505,652 |
| Elevation | 56 m (184 ft) | 1,310 m (4,298 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Djibouti) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
| Nearest large airport | JIB, 6 km out | EAM, 34 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Najrān
Crossing from Djibouti into Saudi Arabia: money changes from the Franc 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 Balbala
Balbala is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 10,335-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
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 Balbala?
669 km (415 mi) in a straight line, north of Balbala.
How long does it take to get from Balbala to Najrān by air?
About 1 h 36 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Balbala and Najrān?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Balbala to Najrān flights?
Typically Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB) 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.