Flying from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD): what you need to know
Mashhad is one hour ahead of Tehran and observes the UTC+4:30 timezone.
Your IKA to MHD 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 for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between IKA and MHD include:
Kuwait International Airport
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
Right now, R 2,892 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 5,992. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from IKA to MHD, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from IKA to MHD.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport.
Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
69.19% of flights leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Imam Khomeini International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
If you're catching an early flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra sleep) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another convenient accommodation option near IKA.
Arriving at Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
After your Imam Khomeini International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport flight has landed, unwind at a hotel close by. Ghasr Talaee International Hotel is a comfortable option that's not too far from MHD.
Getting from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to central Mashhad
Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Mashhad. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Mashhad. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Mashhad is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from IKA to MHD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Mashhad, now it's time to explore other corners of Iran. Journey about 467 kilometres west to Gorgan to check off its top attractions. From Golshahr Park-پارک گلشهر to Kianshahr Park and Naharkhoran Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of Mashhad, Sabzevar is another favourite stop in Iran. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at پارک سلامت, میدان شهید دکتر بهشتی and Jameh Mosque of Sabzevar.