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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from London to Tehran? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Tehran

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

Alternative London to Tehran routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from London to Tehran? You could fly into the following airports instead.

London to Tehran: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$335
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from London to Tehran: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Tehran: Mehrabad International and Imam Khomeini International.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from London to Tehran is $335. 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 Tehran. But we found flights with one or more stops from $335.
There are no flights flying from London to Tehran, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from London to Tehran is usually June 2025.
If you're flying from London, the cheapest airport near Tehran is Imam Khomeini International – which is 36.4 km away from the center of Tehran. We've found flights to this airport from $335.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Tehran on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between London and Tehran. 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 Tehran 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.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. July is typically the warmest month in Tehran, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Tehran is Pegasus Airlines.

Flying from London to Tehran: what you need to know

  • London has plenty of airports to start your journey from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organizing your flight from London to Tehran. Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.

  • Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the primary arrival point in Tehran.

  • Tehran is three hours 30 minutes ahead of London and follows the UTC+3:30 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your London to Tehran flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Tehran

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap London to Tehran flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.

  • Getting cheap plane tickets from London to Tehran is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up an awesome deal.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from London to Tehran by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' London to Tehran flights.

Flying from London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • You can get a direct flight from London to Tehran leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Start your journey at LHR and end it at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).

  • Lock in your London to Tehran plane tickets with Iran Air. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from LHR.

  • Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper London to Tehran flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from London Heathrow Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • Located around 26 kilometers from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.

  • Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from London to Tehran or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

  • 68.18% of flights that depart London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on time.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your London to Tehran flight, browse these options when setting off from London Gatwick Airport:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • You can reach LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 40 kilometers or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from London to Tehran? Check in to a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

  • London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.

Stansted Airport (STN)

  • You can book a ticket from London to Tehran with one or more stops out of Stansted Airport (STN). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between STN and Tehran:

    • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

    • Vienna International Airport (VIE)

    • Esenboga International Airport (ESB)

  • The trip to STN from the center of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometers or so.

  • Make taking an early London to Tehran flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to your boarding gate without rushing:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.

Arriving in Tehran

Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

  • Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran takes about 1 hour by car. The center is roughly 40 kilometers away.

  • Touching down on a late flight from London to Tehran? Grab your luggage and go directly to the comfort of a nearby hotel. Two good options close to IKA are Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel.

Best time to go to Tehran

  • April is the quietest month for flights from London to Tehran, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Tehran based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your London to Tehran tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from London to Tehran in January when temperatures average 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 Tehran, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are must-do's during your Tehran adventure.

Explore more of Iran

  • Isfahan is just one of the many places in Iran waiting to be discovered once you've seen Tehran. Around 338 kilometers to the south, top sights here include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.

  • Karaj is another standout destination in Iran and is around 32 kilometers west of Tehran. No trip is complete without experiencing Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.

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