Mehrabad International Airport (Tehran, Iran) handles the majority of Tehran’s domestic and some regional services while the larger Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) handles most long‑haul international flights. Mehrabad is close to central Tehran and serves a high volume of domestic passengers.
Terminal Guide for Mehrabad International Airport #
Mehrabad comprises multiple terminals and concourses arranged within the airport complex; terminals are dedicated primarily to domestic operations and specific carriers. Distances between check‑in and gates are generally short but vary by terminal; transfer between terminals is handled within the airport grounds.
Getting to and From Mehrabad International Airport #
Mehrabad is close to central Tehran - travel times to downtown are typically 20-40 minutes by car depending on traffic. Taxis and private transfers are the main options; there are also local buses which serve the airport. Connections to other parts of Tehran use road transport rather than a direct heavy‑rail link for most travellers.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Mehrabad International Airport #
The airport offers the typical range of domestic‑airport services: cafés and small restaurants, car rental desks, taxi ranks and basic retail. Some airlines operate their own lounges for business passengers on domestic sectors. Passenger services such as ATMs and assistance for reduced‑mobility travellers are available but vary by terminal.
Tips for Mehrabad International Airport #
- Mehrabad is Tehran’s domestic airport - check whether your flight uses Mehrabad (domestic) or Imam Khomeini (international) before you travel.
- Allow extra time for surface transport - road traffic in Tehran can be heavy; taxi or transfer times vary widely by time of day.
Weather & Climate near Mehrabad International Airport #
Mehrabad International Airport's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 36°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° - 7° | 1° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 58% | 1.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Good | 1° - 10° | 4° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 2.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Good | 5° - 15° | 8° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 50% | 3.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 11° - 22° | 17° | 25 mm | partly cloudy | 48% | 3.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.0h |
| May | Ideal | 16° - 27° | 22° | 17 mm | some cloud | 38% | 3.0 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 21° - 34° | 27° | 5 mm | clear | 25% | 3.2 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 24° - 36° | 30° | 3 mm | mostly sunny | 23% | 3.0 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 23° - 35° | 29° | 2 mm | clear | 23% | 2.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 31° | 25° | 2 mm | clear | 28% | 2.4 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 12° - 23° | 18° | 17 mm | mostly sunny | 41% | 2.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 6° - 16° | 11° | 25 mm | some cloud | 54% | 2.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 1° - 9° | 4° | 34 mm | some cloud | 59% | 1.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
