Travelling from Los Angeles to Tehran: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Los Angeles to Tehran. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
Disembark at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), the primary gateway of Tehran.
Tehran is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles and follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Los Angeles to Tehran flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Tehran
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Los Angeles to Tehran flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Los Angeles to Tehran across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
We make it a cinch to book a Los Angeles to Tehran flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Vienna Airport (VIE)
LAX is about 19 kms (12 miles) from central Los Angeles. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to Tehran, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Los Angeles International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 80% of the time.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Arriving in Tehran
Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
The distance from Mehrabad International Airport (THR) to central Tehran is roughly 2 kms (1 mile). It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) from the centre of Tehran. Once you've hopped off your flight from Los Angeles to Tehran, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Tehran
March is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Tehran, while November is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Tehran based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles to Tehran ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Tehran in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Tehran
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tehran right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Tehran:
Golestan Palace and National Museum of Iran are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Tehran travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tehran. Around 338 kms (210 miles) to the south, popular attractions include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Jame Abbasi Mosque and Shah Square.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Iran, head for Karaj, about 32 kms (20 miles) northwest of Tehran. Shams Palace, Kosar Park and Dowlat Abad Park are among the biggest draws.