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Tehran airport

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Tehran airport (IKA)
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Passengers 2022
6.2 million
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35 km

About the airport

Tehran airport (IKA)
Photo: Niyumard, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Imam Khomeini International Airport, opened on 8 May 2004, is Iran's most important airport and serves Tehran, the country's capital, concentrating most international flights. It operates destinations in the Middle and Far East, Asia, and major points in Europe.

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Number of Terminals - 1 - Open 24 hours a day.

Annual passenger traffic: 6.2 million passengers passed through it in 2022.

Tel: +98 21 510 0111 / 0118 / 8999

There are information and tourism counters near the lifts in the Arrivals and Departure areas and inside the transit hall.

Location

The airport is located next to the town of Vahnabad, 35 km (22 miles) southwest of Tehran.

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Airlines and terminals Aeroflot (Tel +98 21 5100 7491 / 5567 8351) Air Arabia (Tel +98 21 5100 7632) AJet Ariana Afghan Airlines Armenia Airways ATA Airlines (Tel +98… Full guide → Getting to and from IKA The airport station is located outside the Departures Hall. From there, an extension of Line 1 (also known as Line 8) of the Tehran Metro (Tel… Full guide → Services and VIP lounges The airport has banks, currency exchange offices, ATMs, postal services, VIP lounges, mobile phone services, power outlets for electronic devices, internet kiosks, and free Wi-Fi access… Full guide → Hotels and overnight stay The Rexan and Remis hotels are located in front of the terminal and are connected to the main building via pedestrian bridges. Inside the main building,… Full guide → Frequently asked questions Remember to contact your airline to check the required documents and travel requirements in detail. Full guide →

Car rental

Sweech Rent (Tel +98 21 9101 5400) offers 24-hour car rental services in the Arrivals Hall.

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Parking

Various parking options are available in five different areas. More information: Tel +98 21 5100 7161. Rates

P1 - Multi-level facility with covered spaces located beneath the terminal and connected via lifts, for short stays.
P3, P4 - Outdoor areas for long stays in front of the control tower, linked to the main building by free shuttle buses.
P2, P5 - Mainly used during peak hours, next to the customs area.

Special assistance

Passengers requiring wheelchairs or special assistance must inform their airline before travelling. To the east of the main entrance, there is also a counter for assistance and enquiries. The premises feature ramps, lifts, and adapted toilets, as well as a lift-equipped vehicle to facilitate access to the aircraft.

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