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Tehran.£477 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £477, select.
Tehran.£483 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Feb, returning Mon, 23 Feb.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £483, select.
Tehran.£488 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £488, select.
Tehran.£513 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Fri, 30 Jan.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Fri, 30 Jan, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £513, select.
Tehran.£570 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Feb, returning Thu, 2 Apr.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 16 Feb, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 2 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £570, select.
Tehran.£579 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May, returning Mon, 25 May.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 25 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £579, select.
Tehran.£658 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Mar, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and AJet.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with AJet, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £658, select.
Tehran.£668 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Sat, 21 Mar.Return flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Norse Atlantic Airways (UK), departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sat, 21 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From £668, select.

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New York to Tehran: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£477
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from New York to Tehran: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Tehran: Mehrabad International and Imam Khomeini International.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Tehran is £477. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Tehran. But we found flights with one or more stops from £477.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Tehran.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Tehran is usually January.
If you're flying from New York, the cheapest airport near Tehran is Imam Khomeini International – which is 22.6 miles away from the centre of Tehran. We've found flights into this airport from £477.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Tehran on Sunday, 18 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Tehran. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tehran but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tehran is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In January, the average temperature is usually around -1°C. July is typically the warmest month in Tehran, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Tehran is Norse Atlantic Airways (UK) .

Flying from New York to Tehran: what you need to know

  • You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from New York to Tehran. Check out your options for leaving New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • Hop off the plane at Tehran's major arrival point, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).

  • Tehran is seven hours 30 minutes ahead of New York and follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your New York to Tehran flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Tehran

  • To pick up cheap New York to Tehran flights, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.

  • Finding cheap plane tickets from New York to Tehran is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and pick up an incredible deal.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from New York to Tehran.

  • Find a cheap New York to Tehran flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • We make it easy to find a New York to Tehran flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • JFK is about 19 kms (12 miles) from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from New York to Tehran or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:

  • Of the flights that depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on schedule at their destination.

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Break up your New York to Tehran flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and Tehran are:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • EWR is about 14 kms (9 miles) from central New York. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your flight from New York to Tehran:

  • 73% of all departures from Newark Liberty International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • LGA is roughly 13 kms (8 miles) from central New York. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.

  • Make catching an early New York to Tehran flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near LaGuardia Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:

  • LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights land as expected and your plans go off without a hitch.

  • You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.

Arriving in Tehran

Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is approximately 40 kms (25 miles) from the centre of Tehran. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Consider staying moments from the tarmac if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Tehran. Remis Hotel is a comfortable option near IKA. Or check in and relax at Rexan Hotel before heading to your final destination.

Best time to go to Tehran

  • April is the quietest month for flights from New York to Tehran, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Tehran based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your New York to Tehran ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap flights from New York to Tehran around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Tehran

  • Start your Tehran trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from New York to Tehran, browse our range of hotels including:

  • All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are must-visits when exploring Tehran.

Explore more of Iran

  • Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tehran. Around 210 miles to the south, top sights here include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.

  • Around 20 miles west of Tehran, Karaj is another favourite stop in Iran. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.

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