Flying from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
The average time for a direct Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight is 7 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Bangkok. Imam Khomeini International Airport is located in Tehran.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the busiest route, with 2 direct services every week. You can travel from BKK to IKA on Mahan Air's 10:20pm flight.
To ensure you get on your flight from Bangkok to IKA, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Get there in one go from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) are available from here.
Mahan Air is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport leaving from BKK.
The most frequently booked airline between BKK and IKA is Mahan Air.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to IKA departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
67.87% of flights leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can reach DMK from central Bangkok in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 27 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Bangkok to IKA flight? Unwind in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.48%.
About Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late flight from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are comfortable choices near IKA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Currently, R 5,892 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,308. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Bangkok to IKA, book your plane ticket 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for finding cheap Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
July is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). Plan your visit to Tehran in April for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Bangkok to IKA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Imam Khomeini International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tehran:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Tehran when you're in the mood to sightsee. Start exploring at Golestan Palace followed by National Museum of Iran and Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art.
Explore more of Iran
Tehran is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Iran just waiting to be discovered. Around 88 kilometres south of Tehran, a visit to Qom will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Qom Hazrat-e Masumeh, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Iran, head for Rasht, about 257 kilometres north-west of Tehran. Japanese garden, Gilan Cultural House and Gilan rural heritage museum are among the biggest draws.
