Traveling from Chicago to Tehran: what you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Tehran departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).
Hop off the plane at Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), the major arrival point in Tehran.
Tehran is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Chicago and is in the UTC+3:30 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Chicago to Tehran flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tehran
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Chicago to Tehran flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Chicago to Tehran.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Chicago to Tehran by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Chicago to Tehran flights.
Flying from Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it easy to find a Chicago to Tehran flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 16 miles from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Tehran, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
70% of flights departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 9 miles away. Driving will take you about 25 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Chicago to Tehran, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway Airport:
Chicago Midway Airport has an on-time performance of 76%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport land on time.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Tehran
Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
Mehrabad International Airport (THR) is approximately 1 mile from the center of Tehran. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
As soon as your flight from Chicago to Tehran has hit the runway, you can get to the city center in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tehran is roughly 25 miles from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA).
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
Best time to go to Tehran
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Tehran. November is the most popular month to travel to Tehran. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in March.
The warmest month in Tehran is July, with temperatures ranging between 73ºF and 100ºF. Lock in your Chicago to Tehran ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Tehran in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºF and 50ºF on average.
More about Tehran
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Tehran, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tehran:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Golestan Palace, National Museum of Iran and Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art are highlights which should feature on every Tehran itinerary.
Explore more of Iran
You've visited Tehran, now it's time to explore other parts of Iran. Journey around 210 miles south to Isfahan to tick off its leading attractions. From Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque to Jame Abbasi Mosque and Shah Square, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Iran, head for Karaj, roughly 20 miles northwest of Tehran. Shams Palace, Kosar Park and Dowlat Abad Park are key reasons to visit.
