Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours.
Tehran is two hours behind New Delhi and follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Your DEL to IKA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Flying into Tehran (and then exploring more of Iran!) is a breeze with Mahan Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Mahan Air is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between DEL and IKA:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
R 2,707 is the best price for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 5,501. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from DEL to IKA, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from DEL to IKA.
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Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Of all flights leaving Indira Gandhi International Airport, 67.17% land on time at their destination.
To get to Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near DEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are comfortable options near IKA.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
From Imam Khomeini International Airport, Tehran is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tehran. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Tehran during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DEL to IKA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many places in Iran waiting to be explored after you've seen Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
Around 32 kilometres west of Tehran, Karaj is another favourite stop in Iran. Start your sightseeing at Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.