Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA): what you need to know
Tehran is seven hours 30 minutes ahead of Detroit and observes the UTC+3:30 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DTW to IKA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. Many travellers pass through Frankfurt Airport when flying between DTW and IKA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
ر.ق. 1,938 is the best price for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق. 4,073. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DTW to IKA if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport's on-time performance, 75.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to DTW:
Arriving at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Stay within a short transfer of arrivals if you're landing on a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport flight. Remis Hotel is one option close to IKA. Or check in and get some rest at Rexan Hotel before heading to your final destination.
Getting from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran
From Imam Khomeini International Airport, Tehran is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Tehran in April.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 38ºC. Book your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Imam Khomeini International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DTW to IKA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of Iran
Isfahan is just one of the many cities in Iran waiting to be explored once you've seen Tehran. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, Chehel Sotoun and Vank Cathedral.
Around 32 kilometres west of Tehran, Karaj is another essential stop in Iran. Start your sightseeing at Lale Park, Fatemiyeh Park and Vahdat Park.
