Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) serves Tehran as the main international gateway and handles international flights for several Iranian carriers including Mahan Air and Iran Air. The airport is located outside Tehran and is the primary long‑haul international facility for the city.
Terminal Guide for Imam Khomeini International Airport #
The airport is a multi‑terminal complex with dedicated international arrival and departure facilities; check-in and immigration are handled in the main passenger buildings. Domestic services for Tehran are largely handled at Mehrabad Airport inside the city rather than at IKA.
Getting to and From Imam Khomeini International Airport #
IKA lies outside central Tehran; journey times to the city can range from 45 minutes to well over 90 minutes depending on traffic and destination.
- Shuttle / coach: Scheduled airport coach and shuttle services connect IKA with Tehran city terminals and major hotels.
- Taxis: Metered taxis operate from the arrivals area; agree a fare or use the official taxi counters.
- Car hire / driving: Car hire desks are located landside; driving times vary with congestion and route choice.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Imam Khomeini International Airport #
The airport has duty‑free shops, cafés and basic retail in the departures and arrivals halls, along with car‑hire desks and currency exchange. Wi‑Fi availability can be limited or restricted; accessibility and medical services are provided but expect variable queues at busy times.
Tips for Imam Khomeini International Airport #
- Have local currency (Iranian rial) available on arrival - many international cards are not accepted at airport vendors or taxis.
- Confirm transport options to Tehran in advance; journey time can be long depending on traffic and time of day.
- Domestic flights to Tehran’s Mehrabad Airport use a different airport inside the city - check which airport your onward flight uses.
Weather & Climate near Imam Khomeini International Airport #
Imam Khomeini International Airport's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 37°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -1° - 8° | 2° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 58% | 1.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Good | 1° - 10° | 4° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 2.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Very Good | 5° - 15° | 10° | 38 mm | partly cloudy | 50% | 2.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 11° - 23° | 17° | 23 mm | partly cloudy | 48% | 3.1 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.0h |
| May | Excellent | 15° - 28° | 22° | 16 mm | some cloud | 38% | 2.9 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 34° | 27° | 4 mm | clear | 25% | 2.9 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 23° - 37° | 30° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 23% | 3.1 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 36° | 29° | 1 mm | clear | 23% | 2.9 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 18° - 32° | 25° | 3 mm | clear | 28% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Ideal | 12° - 25° | 18° | 19 mm | mostly sunny | 41% | 2.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 6° - 17° | 11° | 24 mm | some cloud | 54% | 1.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 1° - 10° | 4° | 30 mm | some cloud | 59% | 1.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
