Travelling from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Tehran: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Tehran.
Tehran is 30 minutes behind Sharjah, where Sharjah International Airport is located. Tehran runs on the UTC+3:30 timezone.
The busiest route is from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). You can select from seven weekly services between these two airports. Air Arabia offers a 09:10 departure between SHJ and IKA.
Give yourself enough time to make your SHJ to Tehran flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Begin your trip at SHJ and fly straight to Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Sharjah International Airport to Tehran tickets.
Air Arabia is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Tehran.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from SHJ to Tehran, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Baku Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Sharjah, SHJ can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near SHJ. Whether you have an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Tehran or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from Sharjah International Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Tehran
The best price we've seen for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Tehran flight is ر.ق. 1,003. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,474. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from SHJ to Tehran, reserve your trip six months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for November. That's the best month for landing an incredible deal on Sharjah International Airport to Tehran tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SHJ to Tehran by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Snag an affordable flight from Sharjah International Airport to Tehran with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Tehran
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR) is around 13 kilometres from the centre of Tehran. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 45 minutes.
Consider checking in to Tehran Grand Hotel after touching down from your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Tehran. It's a short drive from THR and a great option if you'd like to rest right after your journey.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Once your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Tehran has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tehran is roughly 48 kilometres from Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Leave arrivals and head to a hotel close to IKA. Wind down shortly after your SHJ to Tehran flight at Remis Hotel. Or hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and get some rest at Rexan Hotel.
Best time to go to Tehran
March is the most popular month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Tehran. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Tehran in December.
Book a Sharjah International Airport to Tehran plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SHJ to Tehran in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Tehran
After booking your flight from Sharjah International Airport 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:
National Museum of Iran and Golestan Palace are a couple of major attractions to add to your Tehran travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art.
Explore more of Iran
You've seen Tehran, now it's time to explore more of Iran. Travel about 338 kilometres south to Isfahan to tick off its top sights. From Masjed-e Sheikh Lotfollah to Imam Mosque and Naqshe Jahan Square(Shah Square), you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Qom is another sought-after destination in Iran and is around 129 kilometres south of Tehran. No trip is complete without visiting Hazrat Fatima Masumeh Holy Shrine, A'zam Mosque and Qoli Darvish Historical Site.
