Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Birmingham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your BHX to IKA flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between BHX and IKA include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
182 € is the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 366 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from BHX to IKA, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Birmingham International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
65.48% of flights leaving from Birmingham International Airport reach their destination on time.
Birmingham International Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near BHX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's hard to top the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've touched down on a late Birmingham International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are comfortable options near IKA.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Tehran. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Tehran in April.
Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport for July if you want to visit Tehran during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to IKA in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Iran
You've seen Tehran, now it's time to explore other corners of Iran. Travel around 338 kilometres south to Isfahan to tick off its leading sights. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Iran, consider Karaj, about 32 kilometres west of Tehran. Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park are key reasons to visit.