Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, making Tehran three hours 30 minutes ahead of Manchester.
Your MAN to IKA flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MAN and IKA include:
Vienna International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight is Rs32,875. A return ticket right now is Rs80,466. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from MAN to IKA, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAN to IKA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Manchester Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
59.39% of flights departing from Manchester Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Manchester Airport from central Manchester, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to MAN? If you've booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've arrived on a late Manchester Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are good options near IKA.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Tehran. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Tehran in April.
Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Tehran during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 38ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAN to IKA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many places in Iran waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
If you want to check out another side of Iran, head for Karaj, about 32 kilometres west of Tehran. Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park are key highlights.