Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Tehran: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
Indira Gandhi International Airport is located in New Delhi. Operating on the UTC+3:30 timezone, Tehran is 2 hours behind New Delhi.
With 2 flights a week between the two airports, Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the most popular route. Board Mahan Air's 00:25 flight to get your journey from DEL to IKA underway.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from DEL to Tehran.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a nonstop flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran that arrives at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
Be on the lookout for offers from Mahan Air. This carrier has direct flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When searching for flights from DEL to Tehran, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
You will need a visa for Iran if you hold a passport from India and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
DEL is around 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 54 minutes.
Have an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near DEL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Tehran
ر.ق. 621 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 1,474. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DEL to Tehran.
The cheapest month for tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran is approximately 56 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
Stay minutes from the runway if you're jetting in on an late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran. Remis Hotel is a good option near IKA. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Rexan Hotel before heading to your final destination.
Best time to go to Tehran
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran. July is the most popular month to travel to Tehran. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
Search for cheap flights from DEL to Tehran in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Tehran
After booking your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tehran, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tehran:
Golestan Palace and National Museum of Iran are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Tehran itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Azadi Tower.
Complete your Tehran trip with a car rental
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