Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, which makes Tehran 30 minutes behind Sharjah.
Flights from SHJ to IKA start at 09:10 — the earliest with Air Arabia. The last departure is at 13:25 with Air Arabia. Overall, you can choose from seven weekly Sharjah International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flights.
Your SHJ to IKA flight won't wait if you're 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 flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Air Arabia has direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Tehran — and maybe even more of Iran if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Air Arabia on this route.
With a dependable 90.67% of services arriving as planned, Air Arabia is the most punctual carrier for SHJ to IKA flights.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SHJ and IKA:
Kuwait International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight is 46 €. A return plane ticket is currently 133 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from SHJ to IKA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
76.09% of flights leaving from Sharjah International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Sharjah to Sharjah International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Need a handy hotel near SHJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Stay moments from the tarmac if you're touching down on a late Sharjah International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel is a comfortable option close to IKA. Or check in and relax at Rexan Hotel before heading to your final destination.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tehran. The drive time takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Tehran based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport for July if you want to go to Tehran during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to IKA in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of Iran
Tehran has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Iran you should also see. Around 338 kilometres south of Tehran, a visit to Isfahan will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
Karaj is another well-known destination in Iran and is around 32 kilometres west of Tehran. No journey is complete without dropping by Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.