Flying from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Beirut.
Your BEY to IKA flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying into Tehran (and then discovering more of Iran!) is a breeze with Iran Air. This popular airline has direct flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Iran Air is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BEY and IKA:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
R 4,639 is currently the best price for a one-way Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 7,223. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BEY to IKA.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Handy information about Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, data shows 76.7% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Beirut to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking an early flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BEY:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Arriving on a late Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight? Grab your luggage and go straight to a nearby hotel. Two great options close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport to central Tehran has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The quietest month for a flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Tehran based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport for July if you want to visit Tehran during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BEY to IKA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iran
Tehran has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iran you'll want to see. About 338 kilometres south of Tehran, a visit to Isfahan will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Iran, head for Karaj, about 32 kilometres west of Tehran. Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park are key reasons to visit.