Flying from Tehran to Damascus International Airport (DAM): What you need to know
Tehran's main base, Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Tehran to Damascus International Airport (DAM).
Damascus International Airport is located in Damascus. The city operates on the UTC+3 timezone and is 30 minutes behind Tehran.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Tehran to DAM. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as October, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Tehran
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
THR is about 13 kilometres from central Tehran. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Get your flight from Tehran to Damascus International Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a short ride from Tehran Mehrabad International Airport, book a night at Tehran Grand Hotel and be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Planning to catch a flight from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)? Direct Tehran to Damascus International Airport (DAM) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
From IKA, direct flights from Tehran to DAM are available with Meraj Air.
Meraj Air is the most frequently booked airline flying from IKA to DAM.
On public transport, you can travel from central Tehran to IKA in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Start your holiday early by booking a night near Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport before your Tehran to DAM flight. Top stays include Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that take off from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Getting from Damascus International Airport (DAM) to central Damascus
Damascus International Airport is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Damascus. It takes around 40 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
Right now, RM1,190 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Damascus International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,912. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tehran to DAM. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Tehran to Damascus International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Save on your flight from Tehran to Damascus International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Tehran to Damascus International Airport (DAM)
October is the busiest month for flights from Tehran to Damascus International Airport (DAM). Plan your visit to Damascus in May if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Tehran to DAM plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Damascus, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tehran to Damascus International Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Damascus
Start your Damascus trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Tehran to Damascus International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Al Fateh Mosque and Franciscan Church are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Damascus itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Umayyad Mosque.
Explore more of Syria
You've visited Damascus, now it's time to explore other parts of Syria. Journey around 145 kilometres north to Homs to tick off its popular sights. From Hudhayfah ibn al-Yamani Mosque to Zaidal Cultural Centre and Citadel of Homs, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Syria, consider Latakia, about 241 kilometres north of Damascus. Mosque of the Caliphs, Salah el-Din Citadel and Batrla Mosque are key highlights.
