Flying from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll leave from in Tehran. Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport (BHX) leaving from here.
Birmingham is three hours 30 minutes behind Tehran. Birmingham International Airport is located in Birmingham, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tehran to BHX. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Tehran to BHX that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IKA and BHX include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
To reach IKA from central Tehran, it takes around 1 hour to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
If you're catching an early flight from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another handy option near Imam Khomeini International Airport.
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.19% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Consider booking a hotel near BHX if you're catching a late flight from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport. Check in to one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Pick up a Birmingham International Airport rental car and explore Birmingham and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Alamo are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Tehran to Birmingham International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Central Birmingham is about 11 kilometres from Birmingham International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Currently, R 2,907 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,725. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tehran to BHX. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Tehran to Birmingham International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Tehran to BHX.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport.
The best time to fly from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
February is the quietest month for flights from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport (BHX), while June is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Birmingham based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Tehran to BHX plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Birmingham
After booking your flight from Tehran to Birmingham International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Birmingham:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Birmingham when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at The Windsor Castle followed by Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Birmingham. Around 153 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 129 kilometres south-west of Birmingham. Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge are key reasons to visit.