Traveling from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Tehran, where Imam Khomeini International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your IKA to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're traveling during a public holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from IKA to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
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IKA is about 40 kilometers from central Tehran. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Tokyo? Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are near IKA. They're a particularly good option if you're catching an early flight.
69.19% of flights taking off from Imam Khomeini International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Tokyo
$1,086 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Tokyo flight. Return flight tickets start at $1,713. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from IKA to Tokyo, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Tokyo across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the center of Tokyo takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 16 kilometers away.
Book a hotel close to HND if you have a late flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Tokyo. Select one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Haneda Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car and Times are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from IKA to Tokyo can help you get the best possible rate.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 64 kilometers from central Tokyo. After your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your IKA to Tokyo flight:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental and be on your way in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Narita International Airport is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Before booking your flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Tokyo, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Tokyo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before booking an Imam Khomeini International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IKA to Tokyo in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Tokyo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Tokyo to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometers away to the west, top sights here include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another sought-after destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometers west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without experiencing Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.