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      Flight deals from San Diego to Tehran

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from San Diego to Tehran? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $1,636. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
      Tehran.$1,483 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 30, returning Thu, Oct 22.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Sep 30, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, Oct 22, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,483, select.
      Tehran.$1,636 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 22, returning Thu, Oct 29.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Thu, Oct 22, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, Oct 29, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,636, select.
      Tehran.$2,067 per passenger.Departing Wed, Dec 16, returning Sun, Jan 10.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Wed, Dec 16, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Imam Khomeini International on Sun, Jan 10, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,067, select.
      Tehran.$2,456 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 29, returning Thu, Nov 5.Round-trip flight with Alaska Airlines and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departing from San Diego International on Thu, Oct 29, arriving in Imam Khomeini International.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departing from Imam Khomeini International on Thu, Nov 5, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,456, select.
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from San Diego to Tehran found in the last 12 days, and are subject to change and availability.

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      Alternative San Diego to Tehran routes

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

      Mehrabad International

      2km from central Tehran
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      Imam Khomeini International

      36km from central Tehran
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      San Diego to Tehran: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found$1,483
      Cheapest month to flySeptember

      Finding cheap flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Tehran is $1,483. 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 San Diego to Tehran. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,483.
      There are no flights flying from San Diego to Tehran, as of September 2026.
      The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Tehran is usually September.
      If you're flying from San Diego, the cheapest airport near Tehran is Imam Khomeini International – which is 36.3 km away from the center of Tehran. We've found flights to this airport from $1,483.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Tehran on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego 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 September, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. July is typically the warmest month in Tehran, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -6°C. The rainiest month is March.
      The cheapest airline that flies to Tehran is Alaska Airlines.

      Traveling from San Diego to Tehran: what you need to know

      • Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in San Diego. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Tehran jetting off from here.

      • Touch down at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), the major arrival point in Tehran.

      • Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, making Tehran 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Diego.

      • For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your San Diego to Tehran flight.

      • You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

      How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Tehran

      • To pick up cheap San Diego to Tehran flights, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.

      • Getting cheap plane tickets from San Diego to Tehran is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.

      • Finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Tehran is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

      • Save on your San Diego to Tehran flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

      Flying from San Diego

      San Diego International Airport (SAN)

      • Traveling from central San Diego to SAN takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometers in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

      • Have an early flight from San Diego to Tehran? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near San Diego International Airport:

      • Of all flights leaving San Diego International Airport, 74% arrive on time at their destination.

      • SAN is located at N Harbor Dr.

      Arriving in Tehran

      Mehrabad International Airport (THR)

      • Mehrabad International Airport (THR) is approximately 2 kilometers from central Tehran. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.

      • It usually takes 45 minutes to get there when traveling by public transport.

      Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)

      • The center of Tehran is located around 40 kilometers from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). As soon as your flight from San Diego to Tehran has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 1 hour 5 minutes.

      • You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

      Best time to go to Tehran

      • March is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Tehran, while November is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Tehran based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

      • Before locking in your San Diego to Tehran tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).

      • Look for cheap flights from San Diego to Tehran in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

      More about Tehran

      • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tehran right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Tehran:

      • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art are highlights which should feature on any good Tehran itinerary.

      Explore more of Iran

      • You've done Tehran, now it's time to discover more of Iran. Journey around 338 kilometers south to Isfahan to check off its top attractions. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Jame Abbasi Mosque and Shah Square, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

      • Karaj is another sought-after destination in Iran and is around 32 kilometers northwest of Tehran. No journey is complete without seeing Shams Palace, Kosar Park and Dowlat Abad Park.

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