Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
The timezone in Tehran is UTC+3:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to IKA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and IKA:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Right now, AED 493 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 1,014. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from LGW to IKA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LGW to IKA.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights leaving from London Gatwick Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGW:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've just come in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are good choices near IKA.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
From Imam Khomeini International Airport, Tehran is approximately 56 kilometers away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Tehran. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from LGW to IKA in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Iran
You've done Tehran, now it's time to discover other parts of Iran. Travel around 338 kilometers south to Isfahan to tick off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Karaj is another well-known destination in Iran and is around 32 kilometers west of Tehran. No journey is complete without visiting Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.