Flying from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Washington DC is eight hours 30 minutes behind Tehran and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your IKA to IAD flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IKA and IAD include:
Istanbul Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
At the moment, Rs177,939 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs286,597. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from IKA to IAD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IKA to IAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.
Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
When it comes to Imam Khomeini International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Imam Khomeini International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Imam Khomeini International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Washington Dulles Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and discover more of Washington DC and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Washington Dulles Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Washington DC. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Washington Dulles Airport for July if you want to go to Washington DC during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from IKA to IAD in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in the United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
