Flying from Seattle to Tehran: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Seattle. Check out your options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) when organising your flight from Seattle to Tehran.
Come in for landing at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), the chief entry point to Tehran.
Tehran is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Seattle and observes the UTC+3:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Seattle to Tehran flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Tehran
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Seattle to Tehran flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Seattle to Tehran flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kms (11 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Tehran, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from SEA.
Arriving in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is approximately 40 kms (25 miles) from central Tehran. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Tehran? Collect your luggage and head directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Tehran. To avoid the crowds, go to Tehran in April.
Book a Seattle to Tehran ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tehran to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Seattle to Tehran in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Tehran
After booking your flight from Seattle to Tehran, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tehran:
Golestan Palace and National Museum of Iran are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Tehran travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Azadi Tower.
Explore more of Iran
Tehran is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Iran waiting to be discovered. Around 210 miles south of Tehran, a visit to Isfahan will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
Around 20 miles west of Tehran, Karaj is another essential stop in Iran. Start your sightseeing at Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.
