Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tehran: what you need to know
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Following the UTC+3:30 timezone, Tehran is three hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
For a relaxed start to your LGW to Tehran flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from LGW to Tehran with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central London to LGW takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 1 hour 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tehran? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near LGW:
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Tehran
R 1,525 is currently the best price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Tehran flight. Return flight tickets start from R 3,287. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LGW to Tehran if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Scoring cheap tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Tehran is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across the month and snap up a sweet deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from LGW to Tehran.
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Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Tehran. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 1 hour.
Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just hopped off a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tehran. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are handy accommodation options near IKA.
Best time to go to Tehran
Carefully consider your trip dates before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tehran. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel rates are generally higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Tehran in the off-season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Book a London Gatwick Airport to Tehran flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LGW to Tehran around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
After booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Tehran, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tehran:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. National Museum of Iran, Golestan Palace and Azadi Tower are must-do's during your Tehran adventure.
Explore more of Iran
Tehran has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Iran you should also see. About 338 kilometres south of Tehran, a trip to Isfahan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Hasht Behesht Palace, Jameh Mosque of Isfahan and Kakh-e Ali Qapu.
Qom is another standout destination in Iran and is around 129 kilometres south of Tehran. No journey is complete without dropping by Ferdosi Park, Astaneh Museum and Gonbad Sabz Garden.