Travelling from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Muscat International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, making Tehran 30 minutes behind Muscat.
Choose from nine weekly Muscat International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flights. The 08:15 departure with SalamAir is the earliest flight you can take. SalamAir operates the last service of the day at 16:30.
Your MCT to IKA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
SalamAir offers direct flights from Muscat International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Tehran — and maybe even more of Iran if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is SalamAir.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Muscat International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MCT and IKA:
Sharjah International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Muscat International Airport (MCT) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Right now, 36 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Muscat International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 105 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from MCT to IKA by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Muscat International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MCT to IKA.
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Handy information about Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Muscat International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 85.46% of flights that take off from MCT arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Muscat International Airport from central Muscat, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MCT? If you're boarding an early flight from Muscat International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've landed on a late Muscat International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are great options near IKA.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport to the centre of Tehran has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Muscat International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Tehran. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Muscat International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCT to IKA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Tehran, now it's time to discover other parts of Iran. Travel about 338 kilometres south to Isfahan to check off its top sights. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 32 kilometres west of Tehran, Karaj is another favourite stop in Iran. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.