Flying from Dubai to Tehran: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Dubai. Check out your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when booking your flight from Dubai to Tehran.
Disembark at Tehran's chief entry point, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Dubai to Tehran flight.
Tehran is 30 minutes behind Dubai and follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Dubai to Tehran is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). Choose from 68 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from DXB to IKA is the 01:15 Emirates option. If you prefer to travel later, the latest available service is at 22:10 with Mahan Air.
To ensure you make your Dubai to Tehran flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying during a popular month like December? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Tehran
To pick up cheap Dubai to Tehran flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Dubai to Tehran is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Dubai to Tehran.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines by using the filters. Or sort your Dubai to Tehran flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Dubai to Tehran, you can depart from Dubai Airport (DXB). Travel from DXB to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) without making any stops.
Direct Dubai to Tehran plane tickets are available from numerous airlines at DXB. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it simple to find a Dubai to Tehran flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Dubai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Kuwait Airport (KWI)
Muscat Airport (MCT)
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai to Tehran or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
71% of flights taking off from Dubai Airport reach their destination on time.
Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can get to DWC from central Dubai in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Dubai to Tehran? Kick back in a hotel near Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 64%.
Arriving in Tehran
Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
The distance from Mehrabad International Airport (THR) to central Tehran is roughly 2 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
After your flight from Dubai to Tehran has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tehran is approximately 40 kilometres from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Best time to go to Tehran
March is the quietest month for flights from Dubai to Tehran, while November is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Tehran based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Dubai to Tehran tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Dubai to Tehran around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dubai to Tehran, check out our selection of hotels including:
Golestan Palace and National Museum of Iran are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Tehran to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Tehran, now it's time to discover other corners of Iran. Travel around 338 kilometres south to Isfahan to check off its leading sights. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Jame Abbasi Mosque and Shah Square, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 32 kilometres northwest of Tehran, Karaj is another essential stop in Iran. Start your sightseeing at Shams Palace, Kosar Park and Dowlat Abad Park.
