Tehran airport (IKA)

Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.

 
 

 Passenger Guide

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.

Official Website: ikac.ir - FACEBOOK - X

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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Car rental agencies

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

 

Parking services at Tehran airport (IKA)

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.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

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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Latest updates: March 18, 2025