Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tehran: what you need to know
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. Based in the UTC+3:30 timezone, Tehran is 8 hours 30 minutes ahead of Houston.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from IAH to Tehran. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from IAH to Tehran. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You'll need an embassy visa for Iran if you hold a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tehran, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport will take roughly 49 minutes.
Have an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tehran? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near IAH:
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Tehran
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tehran is C$761. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,523. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IAH to Tehran if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tehran across the month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from IAH to Tehran. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped. We'll notify you when the price changes.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tehran. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to central Tehran is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the centre driving.
Consider staying minutes from the runway if you're arriving on a late flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tehran. Remis Hotel is one option close to IKA. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Rexan Hotel before travelling to your final destination.
Best time to go to Tehran
July is the busiest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tehran. To skip the crowds, head to Tehran in April when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tehran, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Tehran, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 38ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from IAH to Tehran around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tehran
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tehran right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Tehran:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Azadi Tower are top sights which should be on every Tehran itinerary.
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