Travelling from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
Tehran is one hour 30 minutes behind Islamabad and follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Your ISB to IKA flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Islamabad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between ISB and IKA include:
Dubai Airport
Muscat International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight is RM1,034. A return ticket right now is RM2,968. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ISB to IKA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from ISB to IKA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Islamabad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Handy information about Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
When it comes to Islamabad International Airport's on-time performance, 71.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Islamabad International Airport from central Islamabad, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ISB:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Landing late on an Islamabad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight? Grab your bags and head straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two great options close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Tehran. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Islamabad 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).
Look for cheap tickets from ISB to IKA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iran
Tehran has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Iran you should also see. Around 338 kilometres south of Tehran, a visit to Isfahan will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
Around 32 kilometres west of Tehran, Karaj is another favourite stop in Iran. No visit is complete without checking out Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.