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Cheap Flights from London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International

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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tehran.R 3,616 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,616, select.
Tehran.R 3,654 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 May.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,654, select.
Tehran.R 3,659 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,659, select.
Tehran.R 3,853 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun.One-way flight with Eurowings.Outbound indirect flight with Eurowings, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,853, select.
Tehran.R 4,379 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,379, select.
Tehran.R 4,480 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,480, select.
Tehran.R 4,630 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 12 Aug, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,630, select.
Tehran.R 5,866 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,866, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International flights are currently cheapest in January.
May
from R 3,654
Jun
from R 3,853
Jul
from R 6,164
Aug
from R 4,630
Sep
from R 4,379
Oct
from R 4,480
Nov
from R 3,659
Dec
from R 5,866
Jan
from R 3,616
Feb
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Mar
from R 7,768
Apr
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London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Heathrow to Tehran below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Imam Khomeini International.

London to Tehran: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 3,616
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International is R 6,711. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 6,711.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Imam Khomeini International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London Heathrow Airport and Imam Khomeini International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Imam Khomeini International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
Currently, Eurowings offers the cheapest flight tickets to Imam Khomeini International.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is 5 hours 40 minutes.

  • Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, which makes Tehran three hours 30 minutes ahead of London.

  • Each week, there are five London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flights. To get going early, select the 17:55 Iran Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 17:55 with Iran Air.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your LHR to IKA flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Iran Air is your gateway to exploring Tehran (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Iran!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Iran Air.

  • The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for LHR to IKA flights is Iran Air.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LHR and IKA:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • At the moment, R 3,616 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 6,711. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from LHR to IKA, book your trip five months before your departure.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Landing cheap flights from LHR to IKA is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Of the flights that depart from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.

  • London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • Landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight? Collect your luggage and go straight to a nearby hotel. Two options close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.

Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran

  • Imam Khomeini International Airport to central Tehran has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Tehran based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from LHR to IKA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of Iran

  • Tehran has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Iran just waiting to be explored. About 338 kilometres south of Tehran, a trip to Isfahan will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.

  • Karaj is another essential stop in Iran and is around 32 kilometres west of Tehran. No journey is complete without a visit to Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from London to Tehran

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