Travelling from Stansted Airport (STN) to Tehran: what you need to know
Stansted Airport is located in London. Following the UTC+3:30 timezone, Tehran is three hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Leave enough time to catch your STN to Tehran flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from STN to Tehran with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of London, STN can be reached in about 1 hour by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Stansted Airport to Tehran? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near STN:
64.73% of flights that take off from Stansted Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Tehran
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Stansted Airport to Tehran flight is RM431. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM973. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from STN to Tehran. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Scoring cheap tickets from Stansted Airport to Tehran is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices across each month and pick up an epic deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from STN to Tehran.
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Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran takes about 1 hour to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Arriving late on a flight from Stansted Airport to Tehran? Collect your bags and go straight to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good choices close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Stansted Airport to Tehran. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Tehran in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your Stansted Airport to Tehran flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from STN to Tehran in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Tehran
Once you've booked your flight from Stansted Airport to Tehran, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tehran:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. National Museum of Iran, Golestan Palace and Azadi Tower are must-do's during your Tehran adventure.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Hasht Behesht Palace, Jameh Mosque of Isfahan and Kakh-e Ali Qapu.
Qom is another must-experience destination in Iran and is around 129 kilometres south of Tehran. No trip is complete without dropping by Ferdosi Park, Astaneh Museum and Gonbad Sabz Garden.