Flying from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): What you need to know
Tehran's main base, Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL).
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is two hours ahead of Tehran. Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Tehran to DEL.
Travelling over a peak time like October? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tehran
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
THR is around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Tehran. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 45 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of arriving at the airport on time. If you're searching for a place to stay before your flight from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, check out Tehran Grand Hotel. It's a short ride from Tehran Mehrabad International Airport.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Planning to catch a flight from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)? Direct Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from Tehran to DEL with Mahan Air. This is one of the leading carriers operating this route out of IKA.
Mahan Air is the most frequently booked airline flying from IKA to DEL.
Flights between Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport and Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport tend to arrive on time more often with Mahan Air than with any other carrier.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport and DEL:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
You can reach IKA from the centre of Tehran in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.
Want to add an extra day to your trip? Consider staying at a hotel near Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport the night before your Tehran to DEL flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are ready to check you in.
As far as flight punctuality goes, Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 70%.
About Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Have a late flight from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near DEL and hit the lights earlier:
Grab a Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car and discover New Delhi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are top providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport flight.
Getting from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Central New Delhi is around 16 kms (10 miles) from Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is £188. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £363. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Tehran to DEL if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on plane tickets from Tehran to DEL.
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The best time to fly from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL). January is the busiest month to visit New Delhi. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in September.
Lock in a Tehran to DEL plane ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New Delhi to range from 26ºC to 43ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC and 22ºC.
More about New Delhi
Once you've booked your flight from Tehran to Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring New Delhi:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. India Gate, India Gate View and Park India Gate are top sights which should feature on any good New Delhi itinerary.
Explore more of India
You've done New Delhi, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey about 290 kms (180 miles) northwest to Ludhiana to tick off its top sights. From Iskcon Ludhiana to Mandir Mata Vaishno Devi and Shri Krishna Mandir, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Chandigarh is another essential stop in India and is around 241 kms (150 miles) north of New Delhi. No trip is complete without a visit to Nek Chand’s Rock Garden of Chandigarh, Capitol Complex and Rock Garden.
