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      Flight deals from Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs76,524. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Tehran.Rs27,260 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,260, select.
      Tehran.Rs27,296 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Dec.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 28 Dec, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,296, select.
      Tehran.Rs27,404 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,404, select.
      Tehran.Rs27,459 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs27,459, select.
      Tehran.Rs30,190 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,190, select.
      Tehran.Rs30,337 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with AJet.Outbound direct flight with AJet departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs30,337, select.
      Tehran.Rs38,102 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs38,102, select.
      Tehran.Rs90,724 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jul.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sat, 17 Jul, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs90,724, select.
      Tehran.Rs90,733 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Aug.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Aug, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs90,733, select.
      Tehran.Rs141,899 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 Apr.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Sun, 25 Apr, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs141,899, select.
      Tehran.Rs142,299 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 May.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Wed, 12 May, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs142,299, select.
      Tehran.Rs142,840 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Turkish Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs142,840, select.

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

      We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International flights are currently cheapest in November.
      Aug
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      Sep
      from Rs38,102
      Oct
      from Rs30,190
      Nov
      from Rs27,260
      Dec
      from Rs27,296
      Jan
      from Rs27,404
      Feb
      from Rs27,459
      Mar
      from Rs30,337
      Apr
      from Rs141,899
      May
      from Rs142,299
      Jun
      from Rs142,840
      Jul
      from Rs90,724

      Direct flights from Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International

      AJet
      ATA Airlines
      Iran Aseman Airlines
      IranAir
      Pegasus Airlines
      Turkish Airlines

      Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International: Alternative routes

      Compare routes from Istanbul to Tehran below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Imam Khomeini International.

      Mehrabad International

      2km from central Tehran
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      Imam Khomeini International

      36km from central Tehran
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      from Rs27,260
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      Istanbul to Tehran: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight foundRs27,260
      Cheapest month to flyNovember
      Average flight time3 hrs, 12 mins
      Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
      Average flights per week86

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

      The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International is Rs55,264. 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.
      3 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International.
      Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines and AJet fly direct from Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International.
      As of August 2026, there are 86 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International.
      The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International is usually January.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul to Imam Khomeini International Airport on Saturday, 30 January 2027.
      Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 11 minutes.
      We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Imam Khomeini International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

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

      The cheapest airline that flies to Imam Khomeini International is AJet .

      Flying from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): What you need to know

      • There are a couple of airports to choose from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when reserving your flight from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).

      • Hop on a direct Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.

      • The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport is located in Tehran.

      • Istanbul Airport (IST) to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the busiest route. You can choose from 86 direct services every week between IST and IKA.

      • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Istanbul to IKA. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

      • Popular months like August or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

      Airports in Istanbul

      Istanbul Airport (IST)

      • You can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST).

      • Direct flights from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport are available from a good range of airlines at IST. Select your seat on any of these:

      • The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Turkish Airlines from IST to IKA.

      • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to IKA leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

        • Dubai International Airport (DXB)

        • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

        • Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)

      • IST is around 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.

      • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:

      Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

      • Consider beginning your travels from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). You can book a direct Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) plane ticket with departures from this hub.

      • Board your direct flight from Istanbul to IKA with Pegasus. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of SAW.

      • Pegasus Airlines is the top choice for passengers flying from SAW to IKA.

      • With 65.63% of services arriving as scheduled, Pegasus Airlines is the most punctual carrier flying between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport.

      • Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport. Check out these connections between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and IKA:

        • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

        • Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)

        • Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB)

      • With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.

      • Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to IKA flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:

      • 68% of flights out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

      About Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

      • Have a late flight from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport or just want to relax ASAP? Booking a hotel near IKA makes perfect sense. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are popular options.

      Getting from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran

      • Central Tehran is around 48 kilometres from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport and takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

      • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

      • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport is Rs27,367. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs55,049. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

      • Lock in cheap flights from Istanbul to IKA by booking 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

      • April is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport ticket. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

      • There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Istanbul to IKA.

      • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport.

      The best time to fly from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

      • Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Tehran. January is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

      • Lock in a Istanbul to IKA plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tehran to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.

      • January has temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

      More about Tehran

      • Start your Tehran trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:

      • Golestan Palace and National Museum of Iran are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Tehran to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art.

      Explore more of Iran

      • Qom is just one of the many places in Iran waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Tehran. Around 88 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Hazrat Fatima Masumeh Holy Shrine, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.

      • Rasht is another favourite destination in Iran and is around 257 kilometres northwest of Tehran. No journey is complete without experiencing Gilan rural heritage museum, Gilan Cultural House and Haji Historic Bath.

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