Flying from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is one hour behind Mashhad.
To ensure you get on your MHD to IKA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MHD and IKA:
Kuwait International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
392 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Return flights start at 837 €. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MHD to IKA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport (MHD)
Of all flights leaving Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport, 72.54% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Mashhad. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport off to a stress-free start. Just a short drive from MHD, book a night at Ghasr Talaee International Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Stay within a short transfer of arrivals if you're touching down on a late Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel is one option near IKA. Or check in and relax at Rexan Hotel before continuing to your final destination.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
From Imam Khomeini International Airport, Tehran is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The quietest month for a flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Tehran based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Shahid Hashemi Nejad Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Tehran during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MHD to IKA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be explored after you've seen Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
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.