Flying from Bangkok to Tehran: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Bangkok to Tehran. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the two main airports in Bangkok.
Hop off the plane at Tehran's primary hub, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
The average duration of a direct flight from Bangkok to Tehran is 7 hours 25 minutes. Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, making Tehran 3 hours 30 minutes behind Bangkok.
With 2 flights a week between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the busiest route. Board the earliest flight from Bangkok to Tehran with Mahan Air at 22:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest flight from BKK to IKA is with Mahan Air at 22:20.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Bangkok to Tehran.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you hold a passport from Thailand, you'll need an e-visa to enter Iran. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Bangkok to Tehran for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and definitely before flying.
Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Set out from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) on a nonstop flight from Bangkok to Tehran. From BKK, you can land directly at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
You can get away on a direct flight from Bangkok to Tehran with Mahan Air. This popular carrier operates departures from BKK.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Bangkok to Tehran. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
BKK is about 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Suvarnabhumi Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bangkok to Tehran, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Split up your flight from Bangkok to Tehran with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Suvarnabhumi Airport and Tehran are:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in about 1 hour and 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to Tehran:
Arriving in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to the centre of Tehran is about 1 hour by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from Bangkok to Tehran. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are some great places to stay near IKA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Tehran
247 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Tehran. A return flight starts from 535 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Book 8 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Bangkok to Tehran.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Bangkok to Tehran. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Tehran
April is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Tehran, while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Tehran based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Bangkok to Tehran in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Tehran sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
Start your Tehran trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bangkok to Tehran, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Tehran itinerary.
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