Flying from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): What you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) begins with finding the best airport to take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are your main options in New York.
Imam Khomeini International Airport is located in Tehran. The city follows the UTC+3:30 timezone and is seven hours 30 minutes ahead of New York.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from New York to IKA.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from New York to IKA that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between JFK and IKA include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 48 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to John F. Kennedy International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of John F. Kennedy International Airport, data shows 74.1% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport, check out these options when heading out from Newark Liberty International Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your New York to IKA flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
73.3% of all departures from Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
From central New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 25 minutes to arrive by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to LaGuardia Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
With 80.0% of its departing flights arriving on time, LGA is a dependable starting point for any adventure.
You'll find LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Stay moments from the tarmac after your flight from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Remis Hotel is a comfortable option close to IKA. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Rexan Hotel before travelling to your final destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
412 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Return flights start at 773 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from New York to IKA, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). July is when most people travel to Tehran. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in April.
Before locking in your New York to IKA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Tehran right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from New York to Imam Khomeini International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art are must-do's during your Tehran adventure.
Explore more of Iran
Qom is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tehran. Around 88 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Qom Hazrat-e Masumeh, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Iran, consider Rasht, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Tehran. Japanese garden, Gilan Cultural House and Gilan rural heritage museum are the start of reasons to visit.