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Getting from Tehran's airport to the city center

Tehran is served by Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), the main international gateway located 50 km southwest of the city center. For domestic flights, Mehrabad International Airport (THR) is situated just 10 km west of central Tehran. Both airports offer various airport transfers to city center destinations including metro, bus, taxi, and ride-hailing services. Journey times and costs vary depending on traffic conditions, which can be significant in Tehran's busy streets.

How to get from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Tehran?

How to get from Mehrabad International Airport (THR) to Tehran?

Notes:

  • Prices in IRR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Tehran traffic can be heavy, especially during rush hours (7–10 AM and 4–8 PM). Plan extra time for road-based transport.
  • Metro Line 8 connects IKA to the city but requires transfers for most central destinations.
  • Ride-hailing apps Snapp and Tap30 are widely used in Tehran and offer competitive pricing.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Tehran

Depart from
Istanbul Airport
Arrive to
Tehran Imam Khomeini International
Average flights per week
5
Flight distance
2000 km

Check-in for a flight from Istanbul to Tehran

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
PegasusPGTPCNo

Weather in Tehran

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January8°C-1°C
February9°C0°C
March15°C4°C
April21°C10°C
May28°C16°C
June34°C21°C
July36°C25°C
August35°C24°C
September31°C19°C
October23°C13°C
November14°C5°C
December9°C0°C
Hottest Month
36°C
July
Coldest month
-1°C
January
Sunny days
324
days per year
Snow days
5
days per year

14 day forecast

Sunday
8 Nov
78%
16°C9°C
15 Nov
14°C5°C
Monday
9 Nov
36%
15°C6°C
16 Nov
17%
15°C6°C
Tuesday
10 Nov
13°C2°C
17 Nov
36%
14°C4°C
Wednesday
11 Nov
17%
12°C3°C
18 Nov
15°C5°C
Thursday
12 Nov
36%
13°C3°C
19 Nov
14°C6°C
Friday
13 Nov
13°C3°C
20 Nov
16°C9°C
Saturday
14 Nov
14°C4°C
21 Nov
17°C8°C
Travelers usually depart from Istanbul Airport, or Sabiha Gökçen International when they travel from Istanbul to Tehran. The distance between Istanbul and Tehran is 2000 km. The most popular airline for this route is Pegasus. Istanbul and Tehran have 5 direct flights per week.

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