Flying from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is 30 minutes ahead of Tehran.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your IKA to AUH flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
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We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between IKA and AUH include:
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
R 2,203 is the lowest price for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 5,737. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IKA to AUH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from IKA to AUH.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Of all flights departing from Imam Khomeini International Airport, 69.19% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Tehran to Imam Khomeini International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Got an early flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Stay somewhere close to IKA, like Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel will also put you moments from your departure gate.
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to AUH if you have a late Imam Khomeini International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and find adventure across Abu Dhabi and beyond.
Book your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks before your departure date to lock in the best possible deal. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's smart to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you want to visit Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IKA to AUH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Sharjah is another favourite destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No trip is complete without dropping by Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
