Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, making Tehran 30 minutes behind Dubai.
Each week, there are 78 Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flights. To take off as soon as possible, select the 01:15 Emirates flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:00 with Mahan Air.
To ensure you get on your DXB to IKA flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport to choose from. When organising your Tehran trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this exciting corner of Iran:
Iran Airtour tops the list for bookings on this route.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier that offers DXB to IKA flights, with 73.48% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between DXB and IKA include:
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
₹ 12,331 is the lowest price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 19,948. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DXB to IKA.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from DXB to IKA.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of all flights leaving Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on time at their destination.
Central Dubai to Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DXB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've just come in on a late Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are good choices near IKA.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tehran. Driving there takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Tehran based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Lock in your flights from Dubai Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to IKA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Iran, consider Karaj, roughly 32 kilometres west of Tehran. Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park are the start of reasons to visit.
