Flying from Philadelphia to Tehran: what you need to know
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is Philadelphia's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Tehran jetting off from here.
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is where you'll be arriving in Tehran.
Tehran's timezone is UTC+3:30, which makes Tehran seven hours 30 minutes ahead of Philadelphia.
For a relaxed travel experience, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Philadelphia to Tehran flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Tehran
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Philadelphia to Tehran flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Philadelphia to Tehran.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a Philadelphia to Tehran flight, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is an option if you're taking off from Philadelphia International Airport.
Located around 7 miles from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia to Tehran? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Philadelphia International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% land on schedule at their destination.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is approximately 25 miles from the center of Tehran. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting in late on a flight from Philadelphia to Tehran? Collect your bags 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
July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Tehran. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Tehran in April.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to Tehran tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 73ºF to 100ºF.
Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Tehran in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºF and 50ºF on average.
More about Tehran
After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Tehran, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tehran:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are must-do's during your Tehran adventure.
Explore more of Iran
Tehran has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Iran just waiting to be explored. Around 210 miles south of Tehran, a visit to Isfahan will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
Around 20 miles west of Tehran, Karaj is another favorite stop in Iran. No visit is complete without checking out Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.
