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      Flight deals from Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,401. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Tehran.R 1,588 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,588, select.
      Tehran.R 1,593 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,593, select.
      Tehran.R 1,595 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,595, select.
      Tehran.R 1,595 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,595, select.
      Tehran.R 1,763 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,763, select.
      Tehran.R 1,957 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,957, select.
      Tehran.R 4,297 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,297, select.
      Tehran.R 9,970 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,970, select.
      Tehran.R 10,009 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,009, select.
      Tehran.R 10,010 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,010, select.
      Tehran.R 10,042 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 10,042, select.
      Tehran.R 12,332 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 4 Aug, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 12,332, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Sep
      from R 4,297
      Oct
      from R 1,957
      Nov
      from R 1,588
      Dec
      from R 1,593
      Jan
      from R 1,595
      Feb
      from R 1,595
      Mar
      from R 1,763
      Apr
      from R 9,970
      May
      from R 10,009
      Jun
      from R 10,042
      Jul
      from R 10,010
      Aug
      from R 12,332

      Direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International

      AJet
      Pegasus Airlines
      Turkish Airlines

      Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International: Alternative routes

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

      Mehrabad International

      2km from central Tehran
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      Imam Khomeini International

      36km from central Tehran
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      Istanbul to Tehran: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundR 1,588
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time3 hrs, 5 mins
      Most popular airlinePegasus Airlines
      Average flights per week48

      Finding cheap flights from Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International is R 3,124. 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.
      3 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International.
      Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines and AJet fly direct from Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International.
      As of September 2026, there are 48 flights per week flying from Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International.
      The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha to Imam Khomeini International is usually November.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport on Sunday, 22 November 2026.
      Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 5 minutes.
      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.

      We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tehran is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

      Currently, AJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Imam Khomeini International.

      Flying from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know

      • Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.

      • The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.

      • Each week, there are 22 Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, select the 00:05 AJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 23:25 with Pegasus.

      • To ensure you catch your SAW to IKA flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

      • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

      • AJet is your ticket to exploring Tehran (and maybe even some other great parts of Iran!). Check out the direct flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport offered by this popular airline.

      • AJet is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

      • With 65.63% of its services landing on schedule, Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering SAW to IKA flights.

      • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between SAW and IKA include:

        • Vienna Airport

        • Sharjah Airport

        • Ankara Esenboga Airport

      How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

      • Right now, R 1,588 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,124. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.

      • Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SAW to IKA.

      • The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

      • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SAW to IKA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

      • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

      Handy information about Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)

      • When it comes to Istanbul Sabiha Airport's on-time performance, 68% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

      • Central Istanbul to Istanbul Sabiha Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

      • The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 40 minutes.

      • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SAW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

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

      • From Imam Khomeini International Airport, Tehran is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the centre driving.

      • It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're using public transport.

      When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

      • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Tehran. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

      • Lock in your flight from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport for July if you want to visit Tehran during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).

      • Search for cheap tickets from SAW to IKA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around 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 once you've seen Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah, Imam Mosque and Naqshe Jahan Square(Shah Square).

      • Karaj is another favourite destination in Iran and is around 32 kilometres west of Tehran. No journey is complete without dropping by Iranian Garden, Karaj Landscape and Shams Palace.

      Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.