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Flight deals from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs127,136. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.Rs49,388 per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs49,388, select.

Istanbul.Rs49,831 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs49,831, select.

Istanbul.Rs53,670 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep.One-way flight with Iran Air Tours.Outbound direct flight with Iran Air Tours departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs53,670, select.

Istanbul.Rs57,156 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Iran Air Tours.Outbound direct flight with Iran Air Tours departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,156, select.

Istanbul.Rs57,794 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,794, select.

Istanbul.Rs57,794 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,794, select.

Istanbul.Rs57,794 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs57,794, select.

Istanbul.Rs58,114 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs58,114, select.

Istanbul.Rs69,034 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Iran Air Tours.Outbound direct flight with Iran Air Tours departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs69,034, select.

Istanbul.Rs78,960 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Azerbaijan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Azerbaijan Airlines, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 11 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs78,960, select.

Istanbul.Rs104,927 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs104,927, select.

Istanbul.Rs106,871 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs106,871, select.

Istanbul.Rs132,896 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jun.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 29 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs132,896, select.

Istanbul.Rs134,573 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jul.One-way flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Imam Khomeini International on Tue, 20 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs134,573, select.

Istanbul.Rs155,528 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs155,528, select.

Istanbul.Rs155,570 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Imam Khomeini International on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs155,570, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Tehran to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	Rs49,388
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	3 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	31

Finding cheap flights from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul is Rs111,925. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul?

3 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, IranAir and Iran Aseman Airlines fly direct from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul?

As of August 2026, there are 32 flights per week flying from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Imam Khomeini International to Istanbul is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Sunday, 4 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 39 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Istanbul?

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When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul with?

Currently, Azerbaijan Airlines and Iran Air Tours offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Istanbul Airport (IST): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport is 3 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is 30 minutes behind Tehran.
There are 93 Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport flights every week.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IKA to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
A good range of airlines offer direct flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport. Fly nonstop to Istanbul with these popular carriers and get to know this exciting part of Türkiye (Turkey):
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between IKA and IST:
- Dubai Airport
- Ankara Esenboga Airport
- Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport

Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

76% of flights leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Tehran to Imam Khomeini International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.

Arriving at Istanbul Airport (IST)

If you're coming in on a late Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near IST:
Hit the road running by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Istanbul and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.

When to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST)

It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Istanbul Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IKA to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). No visit is complete without checking out Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.