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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London to Imam Khomeini International flights are currently cheapest in September.

London to Imam Khomeini International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London to Tehran below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Imam Khomeini International.

London to Tehran: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$331
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from London to Imam Khomeini International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from London to Imam Khomeini International is $331. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from London to Imam Khomeini International. But we found flights with one stop from $331.
There are no flights flying from London to Imam Khomeini International, as of September 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Imam Khomeini International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport on Monday, September 15, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London and Imam Khomeini International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Imam Khomeini International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tehran is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Imam Khomeini International is AJet.

Flying from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): What you need to know

  • You can take your pick of multiple airports when organizing your flight from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.

  • The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Imam Khomeini International Airport is located in Tehran.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from London to IKA, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to IKA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

  • LHR is about 31 kilometers from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Of the departures from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Break up your flight from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some top stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and IKA include:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • You can arrive at LGW from the center of London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometers or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your London to IKA flight? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your vacation officially starts. These stays are calling your name:

  • London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • You can book a plane ticket from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) with one or more stops departing from Stansted Airport (STN). These are some of the most popular stopovers between STN and IKA:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

    • Esenboga International Airport (ESB)

  • The journey to STN from the center of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometers or so.

  • Sleep a little longer and still make your London to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:

  • The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.

About Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • Few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've arrived on a late flight from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are great choices near IKA.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • $189 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Return flights start at $331. These prices may change based on availability.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from London to IKA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.

  • Cheap London to Imam Khomeini International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from London to IKA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.

The best time to fly from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • Think about the kind of vacation you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Tehran. July is when most people book flights from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), which may be ideal if you're after more action.

  • Book a London to IKA plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Tehran to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Tehran

  • Start your Tehran trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Imam Khomeini International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:

  • Your Tehran trip isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art.

Explore more of Iran

  • Tehran has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Iran you'll want to see. About 88 kilometers south of Tehran, a visit to Qom will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Qom Hazrat-e Masumeh, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.

  • Rasht is another standout destination in Iran and is around 257 kilometers north-west of Tehran. No trip is complete without experiencing Japanese garden, Gilan Cultural House and Gilan rural heritage museum.

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