Travelling from Tehran to Dubai: what you need to know
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is Tehran's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Tehran to Dubai departing from here.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the chief entry points.
A direct flight from Tehran to Dubai takes on average 2 hours. The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is 30 minutes ahead of Tehran.
The busiest route for flights from Tehran to Dubai is from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Dubai Airport (DXB). You can choose from 78 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off first thing, the earliest flight from IKA to DXB is the 00:45 flydubai service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 18:40 with Emirates.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Tehran to Dubai. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
To travel to United Arab Emirates for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you have a passport from Iran. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and length of your visit. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap flight from Tehran to Dubai.
Flying from Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
You can book a nonstop flight from Tehran to Dubai leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). Begin your trip at IKA and arrive at Dubai Airport (DXB).
Leading airlines that offer direct flights from Tehran to Dubai leaving from IKA include:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from Tehran to Dubai leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
To get to IKA from central Tehran, it takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you're catching an early flight from Tehran to Dubai, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another convenient option near Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes about 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 49 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tehran to Dubai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Dubai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Tehran to Dubai, allow for a drive time of approximately 45 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours and 5 minutes.
There are some comfortable hotels to call home for the night near DWC. Kick back after your flight from Tehran to Dubai at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Dubai
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Dubai is ر.ق. 344. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 783. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from Tehran to Dubai, book your trip 8 months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Tehran to Dubai is April. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Best time to go to Dubai
July is the most popular month for flights from Tehran to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, visit Dubai in April.
Before locking in your flight from Tehran to Dubai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with the temperature ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Tehran to Dubai sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Tehran to Dubai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism are must-visits when exploring Dubai.
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