How to find cheap flights to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
At the moment, £99 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to IKA for £220.
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Pick up a bargain on tickets to Tehran, where Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport is located, by booking in advance. You're more likely to find a good deal and have a wider selection of flights and departure times.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' during your search for a better chance of scoring cheap flights to Tehran. Doing this will give you more options for where you begin and end your journey, along with different fares.
Consider taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes usually cost less. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Best time to go to Tehran
May is usually the cheapest month to board a flight to Tehran.
To find the month with the cheapest flights to IKA, use the 'Whole month' tool. If your travel dates are flexible, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
Travel to Tehran in January if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to IKA, but also when fares are likely to cost more.
Travel in December if you want to avoid the crowds. This is the quietest period of the year and also when plane tickets to Tehran are usually less expensive.
The weather can make or break your trip, so consider what kind of conditions you prefer to travel in. Tehran is warmest in July, averaging between 23ºC and 38ºC.
January brings the lowest temperatures, ranging from about -6ºC to 10ºC.
July often brings more sun than cloud. This is the driest month in Tehran.
The wettest time of year is April. Plan your getaway then and you'll likely get around six days of rainfall.
Flying to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): What you need to know
Fly to Tehran without any stops. These are some of the airlines offering direct flights to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport:
Kuwait Airways offers the most punctual service. Up to 96% of its flights into this hub touch down as scheduled, making it a smart choice when reserving your IKA plane ticket.
The timezone at IKA is UTC+3:30.
Touch down and settle in quickly with a stay right by Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport. Check in to Remis Hotel after your flight to IKA. Or book a room at Rexan Hotel before travelling to your final destination.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport has an on-time rating of 76%, which is based on the arrival performance of departing flights. This can be handy to know if you're catching a tight connecting flight or need to be somewhere soon after you land.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport is located in Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran.
Getting to central Tehran from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Central Tehran is about 48 kms (30 miles) from IKA.
After touching down from your flight to IKA, expect a drive to the centre of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you're eager to stay near all the action in Tehran, unpack your bags at one of these top hotels:
Tehran highlights
Hop off your flight to Tehran and make your way to these popular attractions:
Golestan Palace: A classic spot to kick off your sightseeing, this landmark is located around 10 kms (6 miles) southeast of the city centre.
Iranian Art Museum Garden: Here's where you can ease into a slower rhythm while exploring Tehran. This park is roughly 11 kms (7 miles) northeast of the centre.
Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art: This is just one more reason to visit this city. A top landmark, it's around 5 kms (3 miles) east of the heart of Tehran.
How to get to Karaj from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The nearby city of Karaj is about 88 kms (55 miles) from IKA. Heading to the centre by ride-share or taxi will take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Travelling from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Qarchak
Qarchak is around 40 kms (25 miles) from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport if your trip takes you in that direction.
Making the trip by car will take you roughly 1 hour.
Explore more of Iran
There's loads more of Iran ready to be uncovered. About 48 kms (30 miles) north of Tehran, head for Karaj. What not to miss? Begin with Iranian Garden, Karaj Landscape and Shams Palace.
Qom is another top destination in Iran and is roughly 88 kms (55 miles) south of Tehran. Get right to the good parts at attractions like Hazrat Fatima Masumeh Holy Shrine, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.
Make room for one more stop with Rasht, which is roughly 257 kms (160 miles) northwest of Tehran. Gilan rural heritage museum, Gilan Cultural House and Haji Historic Bath are reasons to visit. You can reach this city by catching a flight to Rasht Sardar-e-Jangal Airport (RAS).